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Relieves itchy skin conditions

CORTAID® Maximum Strength Ointment

Soothing relief in an ointment formula


Overview Directions & Warnings Ingredients

Helps heal and relieve itchy, red rashes. The ointment formula provides a protective shield over the itchy area.

  • Provides soothing relief for your itchy skin.
  • 1% hydrocortisone – the maximum strength available without a prescription.

>>Directions & Warnings

Relieves itching due to:

Itchy, Dry Skin
Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac
Allergic Reactions
Insect Bites
Eczema
Psoriasis
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Rashes
External Genital and Anal Itching


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Overview Directions & Warnings Ingredients
Active Ingredient: Hydrocortisone (1.0%) – Purpose: Anti-itch
Warning

For external use only.

Do not use:

  • For the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.
  • For external genital itching if you have a vaginal discharge. Consult a doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you are using any other hydrocortisone product

Keep out of reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.


Other Information

Store at room temperature
See end of carton or bottle for lot number and expiration date.

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>>Ingredients

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:

Do not use. Consult a doctor.

For external anal itching:
Adults: when practical, clean area with mild soap and warm water, and rinse thoroughly; or pat or blot with a toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product.
Children under 12 years of age with external anal itching:consult 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.
Rectal bleeding occurs.

When using this product

  • Avoid contact with eyes.
  • Do not begin the use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have consulted a doctor.
  • For external anal itching, do not exceed recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor. In case of bleeding, consult a doctor promptly.
  • Do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator.

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Overview Directions & Warnings Ingredients
Active Ingredient

Hydrocortisone (1.0%) – Purpose: Anti-itch

Inactive Ingredients

Butylparaben, Cholesterol, Methylparaben, Microcrystalline Wax, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum



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Apply moisturizers immediately following baths or showers to help treat itchy, dry skin and eczema.

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