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 Blossom Pharmaceuticals. 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.

Otc - Active Ingredient



Active Ingredient                            Purpose

Hydrocortisone Acetate 1%            Antipruritic (anti-itch)


Warnings:



For external use only


Purpose



For temporary relief of;

  • minor skin irritations
  • Itching and rashes due to;

    • eczema
    • insect bites
    • poison ivy
    • poison oak
    • poison sumac
    • soaps
    • detergents
    • cosmetics
    • jewelry
    • and for external itching of;

      • genital
      • feminine and
      • anal itching

Do Not Use:



  • in the eyes
  • longer than 1 week unless directed by a physician
  • for diaper rash
  • if you have vaginal discharge
  • more than the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
  • in the rectum bu using fingers or any other mechanical device or applicator

Stop Use And Ask A Physician If:



  • the condition persists or gets worse
  • symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days
  • you are pregnant or breast feeding

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



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

Dosage & Administration:



Adults and children over 2 years of age
  • Apply evenly to affected area no more than 3 or 4 times daily.
  • Children under 2 years of age
    • Do not use
    • consult a physician
    • Adults
      • When practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
      • Gently dry, patting and blotting with bathroom tissue or soft cloth before applying
      • apply externally to the area up to 6 times daily or after each bowel movement

Other Information:



  • Store at 20 deg - 25 deg C (68 deg - 77 deg F)
  • Avoid excessive heat and humidity

Inactive Ingredients:



Cetomacrogol 1000, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Chlorocresol, Edetate Disodium, Liquid Paraffin, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Betabisulphite, White Soft Paraffin, Water (purified)


Indications & Usage



For temporary relief of minor skin irritations and external itching.


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