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Preparation H Ointment
Important: Read all product information before using.
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| Active ingredient |
Purposes |
| Mineral oil 14% ...................................................................................................................... |
..............Protectant |
| Petrolatum 71.9% .................................................................................................................. |
..............Protectant |
| Phenylephrine HCl 0.25% ................................................................................................... |
....Vasoconstrictor |
| Shark liver oil 3.0% ................................................................................................................ |
..............Protectant |
| Uses |
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helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids |
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temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning |
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temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts |
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temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful |
Warnings
| For external and/or intrarectal use only |
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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heart disease |
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high blood pressure |
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thyroid disease |
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diabetes |
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difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland |
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.
When using this product
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do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor |
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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bleeding occurs |
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condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days |
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introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain |
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
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adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe. Gently dry by patting or blotting with a tissue or a soft cloth before applying ointment.
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when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap |
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apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement |
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intrarectal use |
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remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum |
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thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace cover |
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also apply ointment to external area |
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regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms |
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children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor |
Other information store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
benzoic acid, BHA, BHT, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohol, methylparaben, paraffin, propylparaben, thyme oil, tocopherol, water, wax
Questions or Comments?
Call weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-800-99PrepH or 1-800-997-7374 or visit us at www.preparationh.com
Tamper-Evident: Do Not Use if tube seal under cap embossed with "H" is broken or missing.
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