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Medicated Hemorrhoidal Pads

WITCH HAZEL

Standard Dose
Directions adults: cleane the affected area with mild soap and warm water, and rinse thoroughly gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue prior to applying. apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times daily or after each bowel movement dispose of pad in thrash after use and wash hands, do not flush children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Uses provides temporary relief of local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporary relief of irritation and burning.
Summary

Indications and usage Uses provides temporary relief of local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporary relief of irritation and burning. aids in protecting irritated anorectal areas.

Dosage and administration Directions adults: cleane the affected area with mild soap and warm water, and rinse thoroughly gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue prior to applying. apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times daily or after each bowel movement dispose of pad in thrash after use and wash hands, do not flush children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses provides temporary relief of local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporary relief of irritation and burning. aids in protecting irritated anorectal areas. Dosage and administration Directions adults: cleane the affected area with mild soap and warm water, and rinse thoroughly gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue prior to applying. apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times daily or after each bowel movement dispose of pad in thrash after use and wash hands, do not flush children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only. When using this product do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor do not put directly in the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator. Stop use and ask a doctor if bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222).

Monitoring

  • • Warnings For external use only.
  • • When using this product do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor do not put directly in the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator.
  • • Stop use and ask a doctor if bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days Keep out of reach of children.
  • • If swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center right away.

Interaction Notes

  • • Review official label interaction section.