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MedPride — Shield Line LLC

This page contains 11 source sections for HYDROCORTISONE, topical route. Label set 2f15d3b3-d1e6-4742-9eac-f956c0ffbba4, version 11.

Retrieved 2026-10-02 · openFDA dataset updated 2026-10-02 · Check the current DailyMed label

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Uses described in the label

Uses ■ for temporary relief of minor skin irritations, itching and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, and for external genital, feminine and anal itching. Other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Purpose

Purpose Anti-itch

Dosage and administration — label text

Directions ■ adults and children over 2 years of age ■ apply evenly to affected area no more than 3 to 4 times daily ■ children under 2 years of age ■ do not use, consult a doctor ■ adults and children over 2 years of age ■ apply evenly to affected area no more than 3 to 4 times daily ■ children under 2 years of age ■ do not use, consult a doctor ■ Adults ■ when practical, 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 ■ apply externally to the area up to 6 times a daily or after a bowel movement ■ after application discard pad ■ do not flush in toilet

Warnings

Warnings For external use only

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient Hydrocortisone Acetate USP (1% w/w)

Do not use

Do not use ■ in the eyes ■ for diaper rash ■ if you have vaginal discharge ■ more than the recommended dosage

Ask a doctor before use

Ask a doctor before use ■ if you are pregnant or breast feeding

When to stop use and seek help

Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ the condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again wihin a few days

Child safety

Keep out of reach of children . If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Unclassified section

Other information ■ store at 20-25C (68-77F) ■ avoid excessive heat and humidity

Inactive ingredient

Inactive Ingredients cetostearyl alcohol, chlorocresol, ceteth-20, edetate disodium, liquid paraffin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium metabisulphite, White white soft paraffin

Official sources and product identifiers

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Substances listed: HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE

RxNorm identifiers: 1043690

Package NDC codes

52410-3050-2, 52410-3050-3, 52410-3050-6

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