Label: HYDROCORTISONE- hydrocortisone 1% ointment

  • NDC Code(s): 11383-268-01, 11383-268-02
  • Packager: Weeks & Leo Co., Inc.
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

Drug Label Information

Updated December 12, 2023

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  • Active ingredient

    Hydrocortisone 1%

  • Purpose

    Anti-itch

  • Uses

    For the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:

    • eczema
    • seborrheic dermatitis
    • poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac
    • psoriasis
    • insect bites
    • cosmetics
    • jewelry
    • detergents
    • soaps

    temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching

    other uses of this product should be only under the advise and supervision of a doctor

  • Warnings

    For external use only

    Do not use

    • for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
    • for external genital itching if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
    • for external anal itching if rectal bleeding occurs. Consult a doctor promptly.

    When using this product

    • do not get in the eyes
    • for external anal itching, do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
    • do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • condition gets worse, or if symptoms last for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product.

    Keep out of reach of children.

    If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

  • Directions

    adults and children 2 years and over: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily

    children under 2 years: ask a doctor

    for external anal itching in adults:

    • when practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly, or by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing pad
    • gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying

    for external anal itching in children under 12 years: ask a doctor

  • Other information

    • store at 20ºC to 25ºC (68ºF to 77ºF)
  • Inactive ingredient

    white petrolatum

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    HYDROCORTISONE 
    hydrocortisone 1% ointment
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:11383-268
    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
    WHITE PETROLATUM (UNII: B6E5W8RQJ4)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:11383-268-0128 g in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product10/01/2023
    2NDC:11383-268-0259 g in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product10/01/2023
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01710/01/2023
    Labeler - Weeks & Leo Co., Inc. (005290028)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Weeks & Leo Co., Inc.005290028manufacture(11383-268)