basic care hydrocortisone
hydrocortisone · Cream · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Hydrocortisone 1%
Purpose
Purpose Anti-itch
Uses
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 be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Do not use
• in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
• for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask 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 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)
Do not use
Do not use
• in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
• for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
When using this product
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 directly into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor
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
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
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: do not use, 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
Other information
Other information
• store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients aloe barbadensis leaf juice, aluminum sulfate, calcium acetate, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, cholecalciferol, dextrin, glycerin, isopropyl palmitate, light mineral oil, maltodextrin, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, retinyl palmitate, sodium cetearyl sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate, tocopherol, white petrolatum, white wax, zea mays (corn) oil
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Amazon.com Services LLC (revised Nov 15, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Hydrocortisone in 3 products
basic care hydrocortisone NDC products (3)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72288-369 | Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g Cream | Amazon.com Services LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 72288-878 | Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g Lotion | Amazon.com Services LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 72288-973 | Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g Cream | Amazon.com Services LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is basic care hydrocortisone used for?
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 be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Who makes basic care hydrocortisone?
basic care hydrocortisone is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Amazon.com Services LLC.