Hydrocortisone Ointment
0c5325e3-4796-856c-e063-6394a90a1f90
34390-5
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Composition & Product
Identifiers & Packaging
Description
Hydrocortisone 1%
Purpose
Anti-itch
Medication Information
Purpose
Anti-itch
Description
Hydrocortisone 1%
Uses
For the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:
- eczema
- seborrheic dermatitis
- poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac
- psoriasis
- insect bites
- cosmetics
- jewelry
- detergents
- soaps
temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
other uses of this product should be only under the advise and supervision of a doctor
Section 51945-4
Warnings
For external use only
Directions
adults and children 2 years and over: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
children under 2 years: ask a doctor
for external anal itching in adults:
- when practical, cleanse 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 applying
for external anal itching in children under 12 years: ask a doctor
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.
- for external anal itching if rectal bleeding occurs. Consult a doctor promptly.
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
Other Information
- store at 20ºC to 25ºC (68ºF to 77ºF)
Inactive Ingredient
white petrolatum
When Using This Product
- do not get in the eyes
- for external anal itching, do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
- do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If
- condition gets worse, or if symptoms last for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product.
Keep Out of Reach of Children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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Uses
For the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:
- eczema
- seborrheic dermatitis
- poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac
- psoriasis
- insect bites
- cosmetics
- jewelry
- detergents
- soaps
temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
other uses of this product should be only under the advise and supervision of a doctor
Section 51945-4 (51945-4)
Purpose
Anti-itch
Warnings
For external use only
Directions
adults and children 2 years and over: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
children under 2 years: ask a doctor
for external anal itching in adults:
- when practical, cleanse 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 applying
for external anal itching in children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Do Not Use (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.
- for external anal itching if rectal bleeding occurs. Consult a doctor promptly.
Active Ingredient (Active ingredient)
Hydrocortisone 1%
Other Information (Other information)
- store at 20ºC to 25ºC (68ºF to 77ºF)
Inactive Ingredient (Inactive ingredient)
white petrolatum
When Using This Product (When using this product)
- do not get in the eyes
- for external anal itching, do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
- do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If (Stop use and ask a doctor if)
- condition gets worse, or if symptoms last for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product.
Keep Out of Reach of Children. (Keep out of reach of children.)
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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