Drug Facts

Active Ingredient:                Purpose:

Hydrocortisone 1%                Anti-itch

Uses:

• temporarily relieves itching of minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:
  
  • eczema
  • insect bites
  • cosmetics
  • psoriasis
  • detergents
  • soaps
  • poison ivy, oak, sumac
  • jewelry
  • seborrheic dermatitis
• temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
• other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Warnings:

For external use only.

Do not use

• in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Consult a doctor.
• for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.

When using this product

• avoid contact with eyes
• do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
• do not put directly in rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor
• rectal bleeding occurs

Keep out of reach of children.    If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions:

• for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes:
  
  • 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: ask a doctor
• for external anal and genital itching, adults:
  
  • when practical, clean 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 applying
  • apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

Other Information:

· store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)

Inactive Ingredients:    white petrolatum

Questions?    call 1-800-223-0182 , weekdays, 9 AM - 5 PM EST

How Supplied:    CORTIZONE·10® ointment: 1 oz. and 2 oz. tubes.