Hemorrhoidal Ointment Drug Facts

• 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

Protectant

Vasoconstrictor

For external and/or intrarectal use only

• 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, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
• 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

• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Mineral oil 14%

Petrolatum 74.9%

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

benzoic acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohols, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thymus vulgaris (thyme) oil, tocopheryl acetate, white wax

1-800-719-9260

do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor

• bleeding occurs
• condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
• introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain

ask a health professional before use.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• diabetes
• thyroid disease
• difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.

• 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

Protectant

Vasoconstrictor

For external and/or intrarectal use only

• 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, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
• 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

• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Mineral oil 14%

Petrolatum 74.9%

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

benzoic acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohols, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thymus vulgaris (thyme) oil, tocopheryl acetate, white wax

1-800-719-9260

do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor

• bleeding occurs
• condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
• introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain

ask a health professional before use.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• diabetes
• thyroid disease
• difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.