TUCKS® Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Ointment

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TUCKS® Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Ointment



TUCKS® Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Ointment

Product Description

  • Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Ointment.
  • Relieves external itch.
  • Maximum strength without a prescription.
  • Doctor recommended ingredient.
  • Formerly ANUSOL® HC-1® Ointment.

Available in:

0.7 ounce tube

Drug Facts


Ingredient

Active IngredientPurpose
Hydrocortisone acetate 1.12% (equivalent to hydrocortisone 1%)Anti-itch



 

Uses


  • temporarily relieves external anal itching and itching associated with minor skin irritations and rashes
  • other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor

 

Warnings

For external use only.

Do not use

  • for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.

When using this product

  • avoid contact with the eyes
  • do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
  • do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • rectal bleeding occurs
  • condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more that 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

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



 

Directions

  • adults: apply externally to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.
    • 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
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor.

 

Other information

  • store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)


 

Inactive ingredients

diazolidinyl urea, methylparaben, microcrystalline wax, mineral oil, propylene glycol, propylparaben, sorbitan sesquioleate, and white petrolatum

Questions?

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