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Cortisone is a brand name for Hydrocortisone. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Use s ■ 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…
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
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
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
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 ■ in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Consult a doctor. ■ for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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