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Description for Hydrocortisone
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
Inactive Ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice, white petrolatum
Uses for Hydrocortisone
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 for Hydrocortisone
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 for Hydrocortisone
No information provided.
Please see WARNINGS Section.
Drug Interactions for Hydrocortisone
No information provided.
Warnings for Hydrocortisone
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 for Hydrocortisone
No information provided.
Please see WARNINGS Section.
Overdose Information for Hydrocortisone
No information provided.
Contraindications for Hydrocortisone
No information provided.
Clinical Pharmacology for Hydrocortisone
No information provided.
Patient Information for Hydrocortisone
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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