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Health Effects
Warnings:
For external use only.Do not use in the eyes or for the treatment of diaper rashWhen using this product do not begin the use of any other hydrocortisone product.Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 7 days, the condition gets worse or if symptoms clear up and come back in a few daysKeep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Acute Health Effects:
From MSDS:HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONPrimary routes of entry: SkinEye contact: Unknown on product. May cause eye irritation.Skin contact: No effects expected under normal use.Ingestion: Unknown on product.Inhalation: Unknown on product.
Chronic Health Effects:
From MSDS:No information provided.
Carcinogenicity:
No information provided.
First Aid:
Eye contact: In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.Ingestion: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show the package container or labelInhalation:If symptoms develop obtain medical attentionSkin contact: Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists
