Overview
- Active ingredient
- Hydrocortisone
- Established class
- Corticosteroid
- Mechanism class
- Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists
- Route
- Topical
- Label date
- 2026-01-22
Indications and usage
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 ...
Purpose
Anti-itch
Dosage and administration
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 application of this product
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
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
AND ASK YOUR 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
Active ingredient (label)
Hydrocortisone, USP 1%
Inactive ingredients
S cetostearyl alcohol, sodium cetostearyl sulfate, stearic acid, trolamine, mineral oil , propylene glycol, water, methyl paraben, propyl paraben, EDTA, vitamin E
Keep out of reach of children
OF CHILDREN Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.