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Hemorrhoidal

MINERAL OIL, PETROLATUM, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL

Standard Dose
Directions 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. when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement intrarectal use: remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum, thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace cover also apply ointment to external area regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Uses helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Summary

Indications and usage Uses helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful Dosage and administration Directions 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. when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement intrarectal use: remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum, thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace cover also apply ointment to external area regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external and/or intrarectal use only Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure diabetes thyroid disease 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.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful Dosage and administration Directions 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. when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement intrarectal use: remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum, thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace cover also apply ointment to external area regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external and/or intrarectal use only Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure diabetes thyroid disease 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 do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days 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. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external and/or intrarectal use only Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure diabetes thyroid disease 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 do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days 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.
  • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
Hemorrhoidal (MINERAL OIL, PETROLATUM, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL) | Drug Monograph | MedicHelpline