FDA Label for Hydrocortisone
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Hydrocortisone Product Label
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Drug Facts
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1.0%
Purpose
Antipruritic (Anti itch)
Uses
- for external genital, feminine and anal itching
- for the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation and rashes due to eczema, insect bites,
poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, scrapes - other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Warnings
For external use only
Do Not Use
- for the treatment of diaper rash
- with any other Hydrocortisone product unless you have consulted a doctor
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
- bleeding occurs
Ask A Doctor Before Use
- if you have a vaginal discharge (for feminine itching)
- for external itching, do not exceed the recommended daily dosage or if condition worsens or if symptoms persist for more than
7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
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, consult a doctor
- adults for external anal itching when practical, clean, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse
thoroughly or by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing pad - gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product
- external itching for children under 12 years of age, consult a doctor
When Using This Product
- avoid contact with eyes
- do not put this product into rectum by using fingers, mechanical device or applicator
Other Information
- store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
- tamper Evident. Do not use if packet is torn, cut or opened
- avoid excessive heat and humidity
Inactive Ingredient
emulsifying wax, ethyl alcohol, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, petrolatum, propylparaben, purified water, white wax
Questions Or Comments?
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Maximum Strength
Hydrocortisone
cream 1%
0.9 Gram 25 Single Dose Packets
Distributed by Green Guard®, St. Louis, Missouri 63045
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