Preparation H Suppositories

If you have internal hemorrhoids, Preparation H Suppositories provide immediate, soothing relief from painful burning, itching and discomfort. Preparation H Suppositories provide effective nighttime relief and reduce internal swelling.

*Use as directed. Always read the label.

RELIEVES: PAINFUL BURNING, ITCHING, SWELLING

USES: External

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How to Insert a Preparation H Suppository

Learn how you can insert hemorrhoid suppositories.

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What Is a Suppository?

Suppositories are a medicine that you insert into your rectum.¹ Suppositories can help relieve mild pain, itching and swelling.¹You can purchase suppositories over the counter.¹
How Do Suppositories Work?

Hemorrhoid suppositories work as a vasoconstrictor, meaning they make blood vessels become narrower.^2,3 Suppositories like Preparation H help temporarily shrink hemorrhoidal tissue, reduce internal swelling and provide prompt and effective nighttime relief from itching and discomfort.²
Can You Use Preparation H Suppositories and Cream Together?

Don’t use Preparation H suppositories and cream at the same time. You can use Preparation H Medicated Wipes to cleanse the affected area before insertion of the suppository.
Do Hemorrhoid Suppositories Help External Hemorrhoids?

Yes, suppositories can help immediately relieve pain, itching and swelling from external hemorrhoids.⁴ Creams and ointments can also help.⁴
How Long Does It Take for a Suppository to Work?

It can take 30 to 60 minutes to feel the full effects of a hemorrhoid suppository.⁶ Stay lying down for five minutes after inserting a suppository for the best results. Use at any time of day, including before bed for nighttime relief.

Source Citations:

Treatment of Hemorrhoids. National Institutes of Health. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/hemorrhoids/treatment. Accessed 7/16/2024.
Preparation H. National Library of Medicine. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=96d2e0e7-2de0-4660-9ffd-9edb2ad224d8. Accessed 7/16/2024.
Vasodilation. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23352-vasodilation. Accessed 7/16/2024.
Hemorrhoids. National Library of Medicine. https://medlineplus.gov/hemorrhoids.html Accessed 7/16/2024.
National Library of Medicine https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/lookup.cfm?setid=a23ded81-78ba-c199-a8f0-aaf360b216ff&version=18. Accessed 7/18/2024.
Phenylephrine. National Library of Medicine https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534801/. Accessed 7/18/2024.

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