RxNorm Names
Review RxNorm Normal Forms
1 HYDROCORTISONE MAXIMUM STRENGTH
(hydrocortisone)
ointment
[American Sales Company]
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| HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL | OTC monograph not final |
NOTE: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.
Uses
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- temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:
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- eczema
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- psoriasis
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- poison ivy, oak, sumac
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- insect bites
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- detergents
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- jewelry
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- cosmetics
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- soaps
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- seborrheic dermatitis
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- temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
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- other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
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- in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
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- for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
When using this product
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- avoid contact with the eyes
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- do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
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- do not put directly into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Directions
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- for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes:
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- adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
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- children under 2 years of age: do not use, ask a doctor
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- for external anal and genital itching, adults:
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- when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
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- gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying
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- apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
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- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
| 1 HYDROCORTISONE
MAXIMUM STRENGTH
hydrocortisone ointment |
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| Labeler - American Sales Company (809183973) |
Revised: 01/2013
Document Id: 1b5091e1-1800-4f48-9efc-c045222f8885
Set id: 1b5091e1-1800-4f48-9efc-c045222f8885
Version: 1
Effective Time: 20130123
American Sales Company
