Exchange Select Hydrocortisone

Hydrocortisone · Cream · Topical

Over the counter Corticosteroid

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. 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
• rectal bleeding occurs
• condition worsens, symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not use this or 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).

Do not use

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

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

Stop use and ask a doctor if
• rectal bleeding occurs
• condition worsens, symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not use this or any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked 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
• 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: consult a doctor

Other information

Other information
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients water, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, glycerin, isopropyl myristate, isostearyl neopentanoate, ceteareth-20, diazolidinyl urea, sorbic acid, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, BHT, sodium hydroxide

Questions?

Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Army & Air Force Exchange Service (revised Sep 19, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Exchange Select Hydrocortisone NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
55301-201Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g
Cream
Army & Air Force Exchange ServiceOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Exchange Select 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 Exchange Select Hydrocortisone?

Exchange Select Hydrocortisone is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Army & Air Force Exchange Service.