Preparation H Suppositories(cocoa butter, phenylephrine HCl, and shark liver oil)
PREPARATION H SUPPOSITORIES
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cocoa butter,
phenylephrine hydrochloride and
shark liver oil suppository Wyeth Consumer Healthcare
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Preparation H Suppositories (cocoa butter, phenylephrine HCl, and shark liver oil)
DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Cocoa butter 85.5%
Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%
Shark liver oil 3.0%
PURPOSES
Protectant
Vasoconstrictor
Protectant
USES
helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
temporarily relieves burning and shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue
temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts
temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
WARNINGS
For rectal use only
Ask a doctor before use if you have
heart disease
high blood pressure
thyroid disease
diabetes
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
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.
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 insertion of this product.
detach one suppository from the strip; remove the foil wrapper before inserting into the rectum as follows:
hold suppository with rounded end up
as shown, carefully separate foil tabs by inserting tip of fingernail at end marked “peel down”
slowly and evenly peel apart (do not tear) foil by pulling tabs down both sides, to expose the suppository
remove exposed suppository from wrapper
insert one suppository into the rectum up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
OTHER INFORMATION
store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
methylparaben, propylparaben, starch
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
PRODUCT PACKAGING
The product packaging shown below represents a sample of that currently in use. Additional packaging may also be available.
PREPARATION H HEMORRHOIDAL SUPPOSITORIES
Reduces Internal Swelling, Soothes and Protects
Prompt Soothing Relief from Painful Burning, Itching, and Discomfort
Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue
Protects Irritated Tissue
Also for Nighttime Relief
24 SUPPOSITORIES
Tamper Evident: Individually quality sealed for your protection.
Do Not Use if foil imprinted “PREPARATION H” is torn or damaged.
