Freds 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 only be 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 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.

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 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.

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: 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 To open: unscrew cap, pull tab to remove foil seal, and screw cap back onto tube Store at 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F) See carton or tube crimp for lot number and expiration date

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients aloe barbadensis, cetearyl alcohol/sodium lauryl sulfate/sodium cetearyl sulfate, chamomile (anthemis nobilis) oil, citric acid, corn (zea mays) oil, glycerin, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl palmitate, maltodextrin, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, petrolatum, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, stearyl alcohol, vitamin A (retinyl palmitate), vitamin D (cholecalciferol), vitamin E (tocopheryl acetate).

Questions?

Questions? Call 1-866-923-4914

Label text from the FDA structured product label by FRED'S, INC. (revised Jul 16, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Freds Hydrocortisone NDC products (2)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
55315-181Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g
Cream
FRED'S, INC.OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
55315-182Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g
Cream
FRED'S, INC.OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Freds 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 only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Who makes Freds Hydrocortisone?

Freds Hydrocortisone is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including FRED'S, INC..