Hydrocortisone

Generic: HYDROCORTISONE 1%

Over-the-Counter DrugTOPICAL

Drug Information

Brand Name
Hydrocortisone
Generic Name
HYDROCORTISONE 1%
Manufacturer
Weeks & Leo Co., Inc.
Product Type
Over-the-Counter Drug
Route
TOPICAL
Application Number
0c5325e3-4796-856c-e063-6394a90a1f90

Pharmacological Class

Corticosteroid [EPC]

Active Ingredients

Indications & Usage

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

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 condi...

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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.

Adverse Reactions

No specific warnings reported by FDA for this product.

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Hydrocortisone - Side Effects, Warnings, Uses | FDA Drug Database