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Caring Mills Hydrocortisone

HYDROCORTISONE

Standard Dose
Directions for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes: adults and children 2 years of age and over: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily children under 2 years of age: consult a physician for external anal and genital itching, adults and children 12 years of age and over: 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: consult a physician
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to: eczema psoriasis poison ivy, oak, sumac insect bites detergents jewelry cosmetics soaps seborrheic dermatitis temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to: eczema psoriasis poison ivy, oak, sumac insect bites detergents jewelry cosmetics soaps seborrheic dermatitis temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor Dosage and administration Directions for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes: adults and children 2 years of age and over: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily children under 2 years of age: consult a physician for external anal and genital itching, adults and children 12 years of age and over: 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: consult a physician Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Do not use in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. for the treatment of diaper rash. with any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with eyes do not use more than directed unless told to do so 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, 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. (1-800-222-1222)

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to: eczema psoriasis poison ivy, oak, sumac insect bites detergents jewelry cosmetics soaps seborrheic dermatitis temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor Dosage and administration Directions for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes: adults and children 2 years of age and over: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily children under 2 years of age: consult a physician for external anal and genital itching, adults and children 12 years of age and over: 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: consult a physician Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Do not use in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. for the treatment of diaper rash. with any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with eyes do not use more than directed unless told to do so 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, 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. (1-800-222-1222)

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only Do not use in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge.
  • for the treatment of diaper rash.
  • with any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor When using this product use only as directed avoid contact with eyes do not use more than directed unless told to do so 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, 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.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
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