Label: HYDROCORTISONE 1%- hydrocortisone acetate ointment

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

Drug Label Information

Updated January 11, 2024

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  • Drug Facts

  • Active ingredient

    Hydrocortisone Acetate 1%

  • Purpose

    Antipruritic (Anti-itch)

  • Uses

    For temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and for external genital, feminine, and anal itching

  • Warnings

    For external use only

    If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use

    Do not use • in the eyes • for diaper rash • for external genital or feminine itching if you have a vaginal discharge • more than the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor • this product in the rectum by using finger or any mechanical device or applicator

    Stop use and ask a doctor if • condition worsens or if symptoms persist more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Do not continue to use this or any other hydrocortisone product for longer than 7 days, or if bleeding occurs near anus when used for anal itching

    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 of age and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor. • When used for anal itching, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry, patting or blotting with bathroom tissue or soft cloth before applying. Children under 12: consult a doctor before using for anal itching.

  • Other information

    • Do not use if seal on the tube is damaged or is not visible. To open, unscrew cap, pull tab to remove foil seal • Store at room temperature
    • Avoid excessive heat • See crimp of tube or carton for Lot Number and Expiry Date

  • Inactive ingredients

    Mineral Oil, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, White Petrolatum

  • Questions or comments?

    718-502-6610 between 9 am to 4 pm EST, Monday-Friday.

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Maximum Strength Anti-itch Ointment

    Compared to the active ingredient in Cortizone •10®*

    Temporary Relief the Discomfort of Itching, Rashes and Irritation on Skin Due to Eczema, Psoriasis and Insect bites 

    *This product is not affiliated with, manufactured by, or produced by the makers or owners of Cortizone • 10®

    Distributed by:

    EzriCare, LLC

    Lakewood, NJ

    www.EzriCare.com

    Made in India

  • Packaging

    Ezricare-103

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    HYDROCORTISONE 1% 
    hydrocortisone acetate ointment
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:79503-103
    Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE (UNII: 3X7931PO74) (HYDROCORTISONE - UNII:WI4X0X7BPJ) HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE10 mg  in 1 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    MINERAL OIL (UNII: T5L8T28FGP)  
    SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE (UNII: 0W8RRI5W5A)  
    WHITE PETROLATUM (UNII: B6E5W8RQJ4)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:79503-103-301 in 1 CARTON08/19/202107/01/2025
    130 g in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01708/19/202107/01/2025
    Labeler - Ezricare Llc (117573818)