FDA Label for Hydrocortisone
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Hydrocortisone Product Label
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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• seborrheic dermatitis• soaps• external genital and anal itching• 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. Ask a doctor.• for external genital itching if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
When Using This Product
• avoid contact with the eyes• do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor• for external anal itching do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor. In case of bleeding, consult a doctor promptly.• do not put this product 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
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:
• apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily• do not use. Ask a doctor.• adults: when practical, cleanse 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 application of this product.• children under 12 years of age with external anal itching: ask a doctor
children under 2 years of age:
for external anal itching:
Other Information
• store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive Ingredients
aloe vera gel, ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, glycerin, isopropyl myristate, isostearyl neopentanoate, methylparaben, purified water
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Principal Display Panel - 28 G Tube Label
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HYDROCORTISONE
1% CR 28g
Date:
Name:
Dr.
USE AS DIRECTED.
1/1/01
123456
HYDROCORTISONE 1% CRM 30G NDC 76413-339-28
Batch: 123456
Lot: 123456
Exp: 1/1/01
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