Cortisone
Hydrocortisone · Lotion · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Hydrocortisone 1%
Purpose
Purpose Anti-itch
Uses
Uses
• temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, rashes, and inflammation due to eczema
• 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
Do not use
• for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.
Ask a doctor before use
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, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
When using this product
When using this product
• avoid contact with eyes
• do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
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
• 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
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients aloe barbadensis leaf juice, avena sativa (oat) kernel extract, bisabolol, boswellia serrata gum, butyrospermum parkii (shea butter) extract, cetyl alcohol, dextrin, dimethicone, dipropylene glycol, edetate disodium, glycerin, glyceryl stearate, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, isohexadecane, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, maltodextrin, methyl gluceth-20, methylparaben, petrolatum, phenoxyethanol, polysorbate 60, propylparaben, purified water, retinyl palmitate, sodium citrate, tocopheryl acetate, zingiber officinale (ginger) root extract
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS Pharmacy (revised Oct 31, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Hydrocortisone in 1 product
Cortisone NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59779-878 | Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g Lotion | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Cortisone used for?
Uses • temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, rashes, and inflammation due to eczema • other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Who makes Cortisone?
Cortisone is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS Pharmacy.