For temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumak, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and for external genital, feminine and anal itching
Dosage and administration
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. When used for anal itching, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry, patting or blotting with bathroom tissue or soft cloth before applying. Children under 12: consult a doctor before using for anal itching.
For temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumak, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and for external genital, feminine and anal itching
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
For external use only
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
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ask a health professional before use
Do not use
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in the eyes
for diaper rash
for external genital or feminine itching if you have a vaginal discharge
more than the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
this product in the rectum by using finger or any mechanical device
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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condition worsens or if symptoms persist more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Do not continue to use this or any other hydrocortisone product for longer than 7 days, or if bleeding occurs near anus when used for anal itching
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If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
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.
When used for anal itching, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry, patting or blotting with bathroom tissue or soft cloth before applying. Children under 12: consult a doctor before using for anal itching.
Other Information
STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION
Store at room temperature
Avoid excessive heat
Inactive Ingredients
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Liquid Paraffin, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, White Soft Paraffin
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