Label: TOPCARE HYDROCORTISONE- hydrocortisone ointment

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

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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
      • 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 be only 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. Consult 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 of age: 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

    • To open: unscrew cap, pull tab to remove foil seal, and screw cap back onto tube
    • store at room temperature
    • see carton or tube crimp for lot number and expiration date
  • Inactive ingredients

    fractionated coconut oil, methylparaben, propylparaben, white petrolatum

  • Questions?

    Call 1-888-423-0139

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    DISTRIBUTED BY
    TOPCO ASSOCIATES LLC
    ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28.4 g Tube Carton

    NDC 36800-018-02

    TopCare
    health

    MAXIMUM STRENGTH

    • OUR PHARMACISTS
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    Hydrocortisone Ointment 1%

    ANTIPRURITIC (ANTI-ITCH)
    Ointment

    NET WT 1 OZ (28.4 g)

    PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28.4 g Tube Carton
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    TOPCARE   HYDROCORTISONE
    hydrocortisone ointment
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:36800-018
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    Hydrocortisone (UNII: WI4X0X7BPJ) (Hydrocortisone - UNII:WI4X0X7BPJ) Hydrocortisone1 g  in 100 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    Medium-chain triglycerides (UNII: C9H2L21V7U)  
    Methylparaben (UNII: A2I8C7HI9T)  
    Propylparaben (UNII: Z8IX2SC1OH)  
    Petrolatum (UNII: 4T6H12BN9U)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:36800-018-021 in 1 CARTON10/03/1989
    128.4 g in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINALpart34810/03/1989
    Labeler - Topco Associates LLC (006935977)
    Registrant - Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. (145186370)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc.206263295MANUFACTURE(36800-018)