Preparation H Hydrocortisone

Preparation H Hydrocortisone provides relief from anal itching. Stop using this product and ask your doctor if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days.

Preparation H Hydrocortisone Overview

Updated: May 26, 2015

Preparation H Hydrocortisone is an over the counter medication used to relive anal itching in adults and children 12 years of age and older. Preparation H Hydrocortisone belongs to a group of drugs called steroids. These work by reducing inflammation.

This medication comes in a cream and is applied no more than 3 to 4 times a day.

Common side effects of Preparation H Hydrocortisone include mild pain or stinging.

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Adrenal Hyperplasia, Congenital
Adrenal Insufficiency
Colitis, Ulcerative
Facial Dermatoses
Foot Dermatoses
Hand Dermatoses
Hemorrhoids
Inflammation
Leg Dermatoses
Pruritus Ani
Rheumatic Diseases
Scalp Dermatoses
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Skin Diseases, Eczematous
Status Asthmaticus

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Manufacturer

Pfizer Consumer Healthcare

Generic

Hydrocortisone

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