Maximum Strength Hydrocortisone

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses for the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis for external genital, feminine and anal itching other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor Dosage and administration Directions 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: do not use. Consult a doctor. Adults: for external anal itching: when practical, cleanse 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 application of this product Children under 12 years of age: for external anal itching, consult a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Do not use for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor. for external feminine itching if you have a vaginal discharge. Consult a doctor. When using this product avoid contact with the eyes do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor do not put this product into 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. Do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have consulted a doctor. rectal bleeding occurs KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.