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Generic: hydrocortisone cream is used for the treatment of Adrenal Insufficiency Adrenal Hyperplasia, Congenital Colitis, Ulcerative Dermatitis, Contact Dermatomycoses Facial Dermatoses Foot Dermatoses Hand Dermatoses Hemorrhoids Inflammation Leg Dermatoses Pruritus Ani Rheumatic Diseases Scalp Dermatoses Shock Skin Diseases, Parasitic Status Asthmaticus Tuberculosis, Cutaneous Skin Diseases, Viral

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Active Ingredient


Hydrocortisone, USP 1%

Purpose


Anti-itch

Uses


for the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to: eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, jewelry, detergents, cosmetics, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, for external genital, feminine 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 external feminine itching 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 the eyes, do not begin the use of any other hydrocortisone product unless directed by a doctor, for external anal itching: do not use more than directed unless directed by a doctor, do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If


symptoms last for more than 7 days, the condition gets worse, symptoms clear up and occur again in a few days, rectal bleeding occurs, consult doctor promptly

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.

Children under 2 years of age * do not use, consult a doctor.

For external anal itching - Adults: when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water, rinse thoroughly, gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applicaion of this product.

Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.

Other Information


Store at room temperature 59 o-86 oF (15 o-30 oC).  Protect from freezing.

Before using any medication, read all label directions.  Keep carton, it contains important information.

Inactive Ingredients


aloe vera concentrate, benzyl alcohol, ceteareth 20, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, glycerin, isopropyl myristate, isostearyl neopentanoate, methylparaben, peg-40 stearate, purified water.  May contain citric acid or sodium citrate solution to adjust pH. 

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