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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
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- right before or after heart surgery
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
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.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- right before or after heart surgery
- 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
- 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
- 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
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FDA Safety Alerts
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Manufacturer Warnings
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FDA Labeling Changes
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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
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Hydrocortisone Ointment Manufacturers
- Trifecta Pharmaceuticals Usa Llc
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Wal-mart Stores Inc
do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist if pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet, 2 caplets may be used do not exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years: ask a doctor - Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Apply to the affected area as a thin film 2 to 4 times daily depending on the severity of the condition.
Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.
- Valu Merchandisers, Co.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Valu Merchandisers, Co.
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 - E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Directions:
For minor skin irritations and rashes,
adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily .For external anal itching:
adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before application of this product children: under 12 years of age, consult a doctor. - Carolina Medical Products Company
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Carolina Medical Products Company
Topical corticosteroids are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film from two to four times daily depending on the severity of the condition.
Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressing should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.
- Moore Medical Llc
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Moore Medical Llc
for adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area 3 to 4 times daily children under 2 years of age: do not use, consult a doctor adults for external anal itching when practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly or by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing pad gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product children under 12 years of age: for external anal itching, consult a doctor - Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.
Adults and children 2 years of age and older:
apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times dailyChildren under 2 years of age: do not use. consult a doctor
For external anal itching:
Adults: when practical, cleanse 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 application of this productChildren under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
- Remedyrepack Inc.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Remedyrepack Inc.
Apply to the affected area as a thin film 2 to 4 times daily depending on the severity of the condition.
Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.
- A-s Medication Solutions Llc
Hydrocortisone Ointment | A-s Medication Solutions Llc
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: do not use, 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 - Perrigo New York Inc
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Perrigo New York Inc
• 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: do not use, 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 - Remedyrepack Inc.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Remedyrepack Inc.
Topical corticosteroids are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film from two to four times daily depending on the severity of the condition. Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.
- Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
• 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: do not use, 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 - H E B
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Publix Super Markets Inc
• do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)adults and children 12 years and over
• take 2 caplets every 4 hours • swallow whole – do not crush, chew or dissolve • do not take more than 10 caplets in 24 hourschildren under 12 years
ask a doctor
- E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Topical corticosteroids are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film three or four times a day depending on the severity of the condition. Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.
- E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Hydrocortisone Ointment | E. Fougera & Co. A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Directions:
For minor skin irritations and rashes,
• adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.For external anal itching:
• adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly • gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before application of this product • children : under 12 years of age, consult a doctor. - Proficient Rx Lp
Hydrocortisone Ointment | Proficient Rx Lp
Adults and children 2 years of age and older:
• apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times dailyChildren under 2 years of age: do not use. consult a doctor
For external anal itching:
• Adults: when practical, cleanse 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 application of this productChildren under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
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