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Cortisone 10 Overnight Creme

HYDROCORTISONE

Standard Dose
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
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Use s ■ 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 Use s ■ 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 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 Warnings and cautions 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.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Use s ■ 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 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 Warnings and cautions 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 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.

Monitoring

  • 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.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.