FDA Label for Hydrocortisone

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Hydrocortisone Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Wal-mart Stores Inc. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient



Hydrocortisone 1%


Purpose



Anti-itch


Uses



For the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inframtation, and rashes due to:

  • eczema
  • insect bites
  • poison ivy
  • poison oak
  • poison sumac
  • soaps
  • jewelry
  • detergents
  • cosmetics
  • seborrheic dermatitis
  • psoriasis
  • other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Warnings



For external use only.


Flammable:



Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame, Contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate. Do not store at temperatures above 120 F. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling contents can be harmful or fatal.


Do Not Use



  • for external genital, vaginal or anal itching
  • with other hydrocortisone product unless consulted by a doctor
  • in or near the eyes
  • for diaper rash

When Using This Product



  • avoid contact with eyes
  • if product gets into the eye, flush with water for 15 minutes

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

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.



If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.


Directions



  • adults and children 2 years of age and older:spray affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
  • children under 2 years of age:do not use, consult a doctor
  • to apply to face, spray into palm of hand and gently apply

Inactive Ingredients



aloe barbadensis leaf juice, avena sativa (oat) kernel extract, citric acid, disodium EDTA, ethoxydiglycol, glycerin, maltodextrin, menthyl lactate, methyl gluceth-20, PEG-8, SD alcohol 40-B, sodium citrate, water


Questions?



Call 1-888-287-1915


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Equate

Maximum Strength

1% Hydrocortisone

Continuous Spray

Anti-Itch Spray

  • Relieves itching from skin irritation, rashes, insect bites & poison ivy
  • No touch & no mess
  • NET WT

    4.0 OZ (113 g)


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