FDA Label for Cvs Health Maximum Strength Hydrocortisone

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Cvs Health Maximum Strength Hydrocortisone Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Cvs Health. 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.

Drug Facts




Active Ingredient



Hydrocortisone 1%


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


Warnings



For external use only 


Do Not Use



■ in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Consult a doctor. ■ for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.


When Using This Product



■ avoid contact with 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


Directions



  • adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 time daily
  • children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
  • for external anal itching,

    • adults:when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughlygently 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

Other Information



  • Store at a controlled room temperature 20-25°C ( 68-77°F)
  • before using any medication read all label direction, keep carton it contains important information 

Inactive Ingredient



Petrolatum 


Principal Display Panel



CVS              NDC 51316-165-28    

Maximum strength

Cortisone Ointment 

Hydrocortisone 1%

NET WT 1.0 OZ  (28g)


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