PREPARATION H MAXIMUM STRENGTH- glycerin, petrolatum, phenylephrine hcl, pramoxine hcl cream
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Holdings (US) LLC
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 | Purposes |
Glycerin 14.4%
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Protectant
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Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%
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Vasoconstrictor
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Pramoxine HCl 1%
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Local anesthetic
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White petrolatum 15%
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Protectant
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Uses
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- for temporary relief of pain, soreness and burning
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- helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
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- temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue
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- temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts
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- temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Warnings
For external use only
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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- heart disease
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- high blood pressure
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- thyroid disease
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- diabetes
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- 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
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- do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
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- do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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- bleeding occurs
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- condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
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- an allergic reaction develops
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- the symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or other symptoms develop or increase
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
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- 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 cream.
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- when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
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- apply externally or in the lower portion of the anal canal only
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- apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
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- for application in the lower anal canal: remove cover from dispensing cap. Attach dispensing cap to tube. Lubricate dispensing cap well, then gently insert dispensing cap partway into the anus.
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- thoroughly cleanse dispensing cap after each use and replace cover
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- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf extract, anhydrous citric acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cetyl alcohol, citric acid monohydrate, dexpanthenol, edetate disodium, glyceryl monostearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, polyoxyl lauryl ether, polyoxyl stearyl ether, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium benzoate, stearyl alcohol, tocopherols excipient, vitamin E acetate, xanthan gum
Questions or comments?
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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 26 g Tube Carton
PREPARATION H®
HEMORRHOIDAL
CREAM
Multi-Symptom
Pain Relief
WITH
ALOE
New Look,
SAME SIZE!
- •
- Soothing Pain Relief from Burning,
Itching, & Discomfort
- •
- Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue
- •
- Protects Irritated Tissue
- •
- Relieves External Discomfort
- •
- Proprietary Blend with Vitamin E
and Aloe
1 TUBE | NET WT 0.9 OZ (26 g)
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 51 g Tube Carton
PREPARATION H®
HEMORRHOIDAL CREAM
Maximum Strength Pain Relief
Smooth Cream
Formula with Aloe
- 1.
- Rapid, Soothing Pain Relief from Painful
Burning, Itching and Discomfort
- 2.
- Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue
- 3.
- Protects Irritated Tissue
- 4.
- Relieves External Discomfort
NET WT. 1.8 OZ (51 g)
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 51 g Tube Carton - NDC 0573-2868-98
PREPARATION H®
HEMORRHOIDAL
CREAM
Multi-Symptom
Pain Relief
WITH
ALOE
- •
- Soothing Pain Relief from Burning,
Itching, & Discomfort
- •
- Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue
- •
- Protects Irritated Tissue
- •
- Relieves External Discomfort
- •
- Proprietary Blend with Vitamin E
and Aloe
1 TUBE | NET WT 1.8 OZ (51 g)