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HYDROCORTISONE MAXIMUM STRENGTH
(hydrocortisone) Ointment
DESCRIPTION
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
Inactive Ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice, white petrolatum
Indications
INDICATIONS
Purpose
Anti-itch
Uses
temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin
irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:
eczema
psoriasis
poison ivy, oak, sumac
insect bites
detergents
jewelry
cosmetics
soaps
seborrheic dermatitis
temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
other uses of this product should only be under the
advice and supervision of a doctor
Dosage
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Directions
for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes:
adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to
affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
children under 2 years of age: do not use, ask a doctor
for external anal and genital itching, adults:
when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap
and warm water and rinse thoroughly
gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a
soft cloth before applying
apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
HOW SUPPLIED
Other Information
store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
Inactive Ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice, white petrolatum
Questions or comments ?
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American Sales Company. Revised: Jun 2016
Side Effects & Drug Interactions
SIDE EFFECTS
No information provided.
Please see WARNINGS Section.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
No information provided.
Warnings & Precautions
WARNINGS
For external use only
Do not use
in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask
a doctor.
for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
When using this product
avoid contact with the eyes
do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a
doctor
do not put directly into the rectum by using fingers or
any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens
symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and
occur again within a few days, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone
product unless you have asked a doctor
rectal bleeding occurs
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison
Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
PRECAUTIONS
No information provided.
Please see WARNINGS Section.
Overdosage & Contraindications
OVERDOSE
No information provided.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
No information provided.
Clinical Pharmacology
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
No information provided.
Medication Guide
PATIENT INFORMATION
For external use only
Do not use
in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask
a doctor.
for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
When using this product
avoid contact with the eyes
do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a
doctor
do not put directly into the rectum by using fingers or
any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor if
condition worsens
symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and
occur again within a few days, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone
product unless you have asked a doctor
rectal bleeding occurs
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison
Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
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