PS-2896 Hydrocortisone Cream 1%, 0.9g
Cream · Topical
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient Hydrocortisone USP 1%
Purpose
Purpose Antipruritic (Anti-Itch)
Uses
Use(s) For the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and external genital, feminine, and anal itching
Warnings
Warnings For External Use Only If pregnant or breast-feeding Ask a health professional before use Do not use
• 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
• In the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator 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 (do not continue to use this or any other hydrocortisone product for longer than 7 days)
• Bleeding occurs due to anal itching Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Do not use
Do not use
• 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
• In 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 or if symptoms persist for 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)
• Bleeding occurs due to anal itching
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding Ask a health professional before use
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
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: 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.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingredient Cetostearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Monostearate SE, Methylchloroisthiazolinone, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine, White Petrolatum
Questions?
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Label text from the FDA structured product label by ProStat First Aid LLC (revised Dec 15, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Hydrocortisone in 1 product
PS-2896 Hydrocortisone Cream 1%, 0.9g NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58228-2896 | Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g Cream | ProStat First Aid LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is PS-2896 Hydrocortisone Cream 1%, 0.9g used for?
Use(s) For the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and external genital, feminine, and anal itching
Who makes PS-2896 Hydrocortisone Cream 1%, 0.9g?
PS-2896 Hydrocortisone Cream 1%, 0.9g is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including ProStat First Aid LLC.