Life Brand Hydrocortisone Ointment 0.5% USP 15 g

The Life Brand Hydrocortisone Ointment 0.5% USP is a topical medication designed to temporarily relieve minor skin irritations, itching, and redness. Suitable for adults and children aged 2 years and older, it helps soothe conditions like eczema, insect bites, and contact dermatitis when used as directed. This entry covers what it is, how it works, and practical usage to help you decide if it belongs in your first aid kit.

Key benefits

• Soothes minor skin irritations, rashes, itching and redness due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, and contact dermatitis.
• Formulated to provide targeted relief on affected areas with a hydrocortisone active ingredient.
• Simple, ready-to-use topical ointment format in a 15 g tube for convenient application.
• Non-prescription topical option that fits routine skin first aid needs.
• For best results, follow the usage directions and avoid applying to severely damaged skin.

Ingredients and what they do

• Hydrocortisone 0.5% USP — the active medicinal ingredient that helps reduce swelling, redness, and itching in minor skin irritations.
• Fractionated Coconut Oil — a non-greasy carrier that helps soften the skin and improve spreadability of the ointment.
• Methylparaben and Propylparaben — preservatives that help protect the formula from microbial growth.
• White Petrolatum — a gentle occlusive base that forms a protective barrier on the skin to maintain moisture.

Usage tips and who it’s for

This product is intended for adults and children 2 years of age and older. Apply sparingly to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times per day, and gently massage into the skin. Use for a maximum of 7 days unless directed by a health care provider. Do not use on large areas of the body or on broken skin for extended periods without medical advice. If irritation occurs or symptoms worsen, discontinue use and consult a health care professional. Keep out of reach of children and store at room temperature away from heat or open flames. Product information is provided by the product vendor and should not substitute professional medical advice.

Note: Québec regulation does not allow pharmacist-owners to award bonus points on any medication or activity related to the practice of pharmacy.

In practice, this ointment is a practical addition to a basic first aid kit, offering a measured, skin-friendly approach to relief while you monitor the condition or seek professional guidance if needed.

Life Brand Hydrocortisone 0.5% Ointment for the temporary relief of minor skin irritations, rashes, itching and redness due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, contact dermatitis (e.g. caused by soaps, detergents, cosmetics andjewellery), seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis. Product information is provided by the product vendor. This content is a summary for informational purposes only and does not have all possible information about this product. It should not be used as a substitute for advice from health care professionals, as this information alone does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. For more detailed information on this product, including reported and possible side effects and contraindications, refer to the manufacturer’s monograph, or speak with a health care provider.