FAMILY CARE HEMORRHOIDAL- mineral oil ointment
United Exchange Corp
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active ingredients Purpose
Mineral oil 14%.........................................................Protectant
Petrolatum 74.9%.....................................................Protectant
Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%...................................Vasoconstrictor
Uses
- helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
- temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieve burning
- 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 external use only / or intrarectal use only
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
- diabetes
Ask a doctor or a pharmacist before use if you are now taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression
When using this product do not use more than the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- rectal bleeding occurs
- condition gets worse or does not get better within 7 days
- introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a physician 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 applying ointment
- when first opening tube, peel back foil seal
- 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
Other information
- store at 20° C to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
Inactive ingredients
.alpha.-tocopherol acetate, alcohol, glycerin, lanolin, methylparaben, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, stearyl alcohol, thyme oil, purified water, white wax
Distributed by:
United Exchange Corp
Cypress, CA 90630 USA
Made in China