CORTISONE- hydrocortisone cream 
CVS Pharmacy

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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CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Cortisone Drug Facts

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
  • cosmetics
  • soaps
  • seborrheic dermatitis
  • 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. Ask a doctor.
  • for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.

When using this product

  • avoid contact with the 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 of age: do not use, ask a doctor
  • for external anal and genital itching, adults:
  • when practical, clean 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 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°-25°C (68°-77°F)

Inactive ingredients

aloe vera gel, ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, glycerin, isopropyl myristate, isostearyl neopentanoate, methylparaben, purified water

Questions or comments?

1-800-719-9260

Principal Display Panel

Plus Soothing ALOE

Relieves ITCH Fast

Rash / Eczema / Psoriasis / Insect Bites / Other Skin Irritations

Compare to the active ingredient in Cortizone•10®

Maximum Strength

CORTISONE

1% HYDROCORTISONE ANTI-ITCH CREAM

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CORTISONE 
hydrocortisone cream
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUG LABELItem Code (Source)NDC:59779-319
Route of AdministrationTOPICALDEA Schedule    
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
HYDROCORTISONE (HYDROCORTISONE) HYDROCORTISONE1 g  in 100 g
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
ALOE VERA LEAF 
POLYOXYL 20 CETOSTEARYL ETHER 
CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL 
CETYL PALMITATE 
GLYCERIN 
ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE 
METHYLPARABEN 
WATER 
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:59779-319-161 in 1 CARTON
156 g in 1 TUBE
2NDC:59779-319-641 in 1 CARTON
228 g in 1 TUBE
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC monograph not finalpart34805/02/2008
Labeler - CVS Pharmacy (062312574)

Revised: 12/2011
 
CVS Pharmacy