GNP HEMORRHOIDAL- mineral oil, petrolatum, phenylephrine, hcl ointment
Amerisource Bergen
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Active ingredients Purposes
Mineral oil 14.0%.....................................................Skin protectant
Petrolatum 74.9%....................................................Skin protectant
Phenylephrine HCI 0.25%.......................................Vasconstrictor
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
Warnings
For external and/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 of 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
- rectal bleeding occurs
- condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
- introduction of applicator into rectum causes addition pain
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 (1-800-222-1222) 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 the 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, lubricant 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 provided continual therapy for relief of symptoms
- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
- store at room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
.alpha.-tocopherol acetate, alcohol, glycerin, lanolin, methyparaben, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, stearyl alcohol, thyme oil, purified water, white wax
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