OTC Medication Information: Hydrocortisone Maximum Strength

HYDROCORTISONE MAXIMUM STRENGTH- hydrocortisone ointment
A-S Medication Solutions

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Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Hydrocortisone USP, 1%

Purpose

Anti-itch

Uses

  • temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to
    • eczema
    • psoriasis
    • insect bites
    • poison ivy, oak, sumac
    • detergents
    • jewelry
    • cosmetics
    • soaps
    • 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 the eyes
  • do not use more than directed unless directed by a doctor
  • do not put directly into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) 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: consult a doctor
  • for external anal and genital itching
    • adults: when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water; rinse thoroughly
    • gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product
    • apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
    • children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor

Other information

  • store at 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). Protect from freezing.
  • before using any medication, read all label directions. Keep carton, it contains important information.

Inactive ingredients

mineral oil, white petrolatum

Questions or comments?

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HOW SUPPLIED

Product: 50090-5856

NDC: 50090-5856-0 28 g in a TUBE / 1 in a CARTON

hydrocortisone

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HYDROCORTISONE MAXIMUM STRENGTH
hydrocortisone ointment
Product Information
Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG Item Code (Source) NDC:50090-5856(NDC:61269-345)
Route of Administration TOPICAL DEA Schedule
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
HYDROCORTISONE (HYDROCORTISONE) HYDROCORTISONE 1 g in 100 g
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name Strength
MINERAL OIL
WHITE PETROLATUM
Product Characteristics
Color WHITE Score
Shape Size
Flavor Imprint Code
Contains
Packaging
# Item Code Package Description Multilevel Packaging
1 NDC:50090-5856-0 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON contains a TUBE
1 28 g in 1 TUBE This package is contained within the CARTON (50090-5856-0)
Marketing Information
Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
OTC monograph not final part348 06/29/2021
Labeler — A-S Medication Solutions (830016429)
Establishment
Name Address ID/FEI Operations
A-S Medication Solutions 830016429 RELABEL (50090-5856)

Revised: 06/2022 A-S Medication Solutions

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Our database comes directly from the FDA's central repository of drug labels and package inserts under the Structured Product Labeling standard. OTCLabels.com provides the full over the counter products subset of the FDA's repository. Medication information provided here is not intended as a substitute for direct consultation with a qualified health professional.

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