Hydrocortisone Ointment

Hydrocortisone Ointment

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Questions & Answers

Side Effects & Adverse Reactions

Allergy alert: Ibuprofen may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:

  • hives
  • facial swelling
  • asthma (wheezing)
  • shock
  • skin reddening
  • rash
  • blisters

If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you:

  • are age 60 or older
  • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
  • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
  • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
  • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
  • take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
  • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
  • stomach bleeding warning applies to you
  • you are taking a diuretic
  • you have asthma
  • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers 
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
  • under a doctor's care for any serious condition
  • taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
  • taking any other drug 
When using this product
  • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
  • the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed 
Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • any new symptoms appear
  • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
    • feel faint
    • have stomach pain that does not get better
    • vomit blood
    • have bloody or black stools
  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • redness or swelling is present in the painful area
If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use ibuprofen during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complication during delivery.

Keep out of reach of children.

 In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Do not use
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
  • you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
  • you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
  • stomach bleeding warning applies to you
  • you are taking a diuretic
  • you have asthma
  • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers 
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
  • under a doctor's care for any serious condition
  • taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because ibuprofen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
  • taking any other drug 
Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • any new symptoms appear
  • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
    • feel faint
    • have stomach pain that does not get better
    • vomit blood
    • have bloody or black stools
  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • redness or swelling is present in the painful area

Legal Issues

There is currently no legal information available for this drug.

FDA Safety Alerts

There are currently no FDA safety alerts available for this drug.

Manufacturer Warnings

There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.

FDA Labeling Changes

There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.

Uses

  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
    • headache
    • toothache
    • menstrual cramps
    • backache
    • the common cold
    • muscular aches
    • minor pain of arthritis
  • temporarily reduces fever 

History

There is currently no drug history available for this drug.

Other Information

There are no additional details available for this product.

Hydrocortisone Ointment Manufacturers


  • Trifecta Pharmaceuticals Usa Llc
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  • Physicians Total Care, Inc.
    Hydrocortisone Ointment [Physicians Total Care, Inc.]
  • Valu Merchandisers, Co.
    Hydrocortisone Ointment [Valu Merchandisers, Co.]
  • E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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  • Carolina Medical Products Company
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  • Moore Medical Llc
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  • Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.
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  • Remedyrepack Inc.
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  • A-s Medication Solutions Llc
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  • Perrigo New York Inc
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  • Remedyrepack Inc.
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  • Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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  • H E B
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  • E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Hydrocortisone Ointment [E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.]
  • E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Hydrocortisone Ointment [E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.]
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    Hydrocortisone Ointment [Proficient Rx Lp]

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