CORTAID MAXIMUM STRENGTH- hydrocortisone cream 
Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company, Division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.

Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.

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Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Hydrocortisone 1%

Purpose

Anti-itch

Uses

  • temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:
    • eczema
    • insect bites
    • poison ivy, oak, or sumac
    • soaps
    • detergents
    • cosmetics
    • jewelry
    • seborrheic dermatitis
    • psoriasis
  • temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
  • other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

  • in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Consult a doctor.
  • for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.

When using this product

  • avoid contact with eyes
  • do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
  • do not put directly 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, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor
  • rectal bleeding occurs

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

  • for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes:
    • 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: Ask a doctor
  • for external anal and genital itching, adults:
    • when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and water and rinse thoroughly
    • gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying
    • apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
    • children under 12 years of age: Ask a doctor

Other information

  • store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
  • see end of carton or tube crimp for lot number and expiration date

Inactive ingredients

water, petrolatum, glycerin, mineral oil, ceteareth-6, dimethicone, VP/eicosene copolymer, phenoxyethanol, stearyl alcohol, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP copolymer, cetyl alcohol, carbomer, edetate disodium, methylparaben, sodium citrate, ethylparaben, citric acid, propylparaben, 1sodium hydroxide


1
may contain this ingredient

Questions?

call 1-800-451-5084

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Carton

IMPROVED
FORMULA

#1
DOCTOR
RECOMMENDED
BRAND

CORTAID®
HYDROCORTISONE ANTI-ITCH CREAM

Fast
Maximum Strength
Itch Relief

MAXIMUM
STRENGTH

CREAM

Superior results with visibly
healthier skin in 1 day* from:

  • Redness & dryness
  • Flaking & scaling
  • Cracking

NET WT
1 OZ (28 g)

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Carton
CORTAID MAXIMUM STRENGTH 
hydrocortisone cream
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:58232-0405
Route of AdministrationTOPICALDEA Schedule    
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
Hydrocortisone (Hydrocortisone) Hydrocortisone10 mg  in 1 g
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
Water 
Petrolatum 
Glycerin 
Mineral Oil 
Dimethicone 
Phenoxyethanol 
Stearyl Alcohol 
Cetyl Alcohol 
Edetate Disodium 
Methylparaben 
Sodium Citrate 
Ethylparaben 
Citric Acid Monohydrate 
Propylparaben 
Sodium Hydroxide 
Packaging
#Item CodePackage Description
1NDC:58232-0405-11 in 1 CARTON
114 g in 1 TUBE
2NDC:58232-0405-21 in 1 CARTON
228 g in 1 TUBE
3NDC:58232-0405-31 in 1 CARTON
337 g in 1 TUBE
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINALpart34812/01/201007/01/2013
Labeler - Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company, Division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. (830803164)

Revised: 03/2013
 
Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company, Division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.