Here are the details of some anti-itch creams and their ingredients:
- ANTI-ITCH CREAM- diphenhydramine hydrochloride 2%, zinc acetate 0.1% cream
- Active ingredients: Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 2%, zinc acetate 0.1%
- Inactive ingredients: Laureth-23, water, cetostearyl alcohol, petrolatum, mineral oil, etc.
- Positive: Contains diphenhydramine hydrochloride and zinc acetate which can help relieve itching.
- Negative: Should not be used on large areas of the body or with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one taken by mouth. Should not be used on chickenpox or measles. Avoid contact with eyes. Conditions worsen or do not improve within 7 days, stop use and ask a doctor.
- Cortizone-10 Plus Cream
- Active ingredient: Hydrocortisone
- Inactive ingredients: Aloe vera, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl myristate, etc.
- Positive: Contains hydrocortisone which can help reduce swelling, itching, and redness caused by skin conditions.
- Negative: Should not be used on the face or underarms unless directed to do so by a doctor. Should not be used in or near the diaper area on an infant unless directed by a doctor.
- Anti-Itch Cream
- Active ingredient: Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 2%
- Inactive ingredients: Aloe vera, benzyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, etc.
- Positive: Contains diphenhydramine hydrochloride which can help relieve itching.
- Negative: None listed.
- Anti-Itch (Diphenhydramine) Topical
- Active ingredient: Diphenhydramine hydrochloride
- Inactive ingredients: Allantoin, zinc acetate, etc.
- Positive: Contains diphenhydramine hydrochloride which can help relieve itching. May also contain other ingredients that can help relieve symptoms such as dry skin, weeping, or oozing.
- Negative: Should not be used in children younger than 2, 6, or 12 years unless directed by a doctor. May cause allergic reactions or other problems in people who are allergic to diphenhydramine or any of the other ingredients.
- Earths Care Anti-Itch Cream
- Active ingredients: Menthol, camphor
- Inactive ingredients: Aloe vera, beeswax, etc.
- Positive: Contains menthol and camphor which can help alleviate itching and burning sensation.
- Negative: None listed.
- Hydrocortisone Topical
- Active ingredient: Hydrocortisone
- Inactive ingredients: Cetostearyl alcohol, glyceryl monostearate, petrolatum, etc.
- Positive: Contains hydrocortisone which can help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions.
- Negative: Should not be used more than directed by a doctor. Should not be used on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. May cause unwanted side effects or skin irritation if used improperly.
