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 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
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
Ask a doctor of pharmacist before use if you are now taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- bleeding occurs
- condition gets worse or does not get better within 7 days
- introduction of the applicator into the rectum causes additional pain
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
- 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
- when first opening tube, remove foil seal
- for intrarectal use: remove protective cover from applicator and attach to tube
- lubricate applicator well, then gently insert applicator into the rectum
- thoroughly clean applicator and replace protective cover after each use
- apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
- also apply ointment to external area
