HYDROCORTISONE- hydrocortisone cream
Central Texas Community Health Centers
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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Active ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
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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- seborrheic dermatitis
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- soaps
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- external genital and anal itching
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- other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
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- for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
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- for external genital itching if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
When using this product
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- avoid contact with the eyes
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- do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor
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- for external anal itching do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor. In case of bleeding, consult a doctor promptly.
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- do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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- condition worsens
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- symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
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:
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- apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
children under 2 years of age:
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- do not use. Ask a doctor.
for external anal itching:
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- adults: when practical, cleanse 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 application of this product.
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- children under 12 years of age with external anal itching: ask a doctor
Other information
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- 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?
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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Label
CommUnityCare Federally Qualified Health Centers
HYDROCORTISONE
1% CR 28g
Date:
Name:
Dr.
USE AS DIRECTED.
1/1/01
123456
HYDROCORTISONE 1% CRM 30G NDC 76413-339-28
Batch: 123456
Lot: 123456
Exp: 1/1/01
PERRIGO
Federal law prohibits the transfer of this drug to any other person than the patient for whom prescribed.