Drug Facts

Composition & Product

Active Ingredients

Phenylephrine (6.25 mg)

Inactive Ingredients

Cocoa Butter Starch, Corn Methylparaben Propylparaben

Identifiers & Packaging

Pill Appearance

Shape: bullet Color: yellow Size: 32 mm Score: 1

Marketing Status

OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG Active Since 2022-12-16

Medication Information

Purpose

Vasoconstrictor

Description

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Uses

helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue
temporarily reduces the swelling associated with irritation in hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders

Warnings

For rectal use only

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 insertion of this product.
detach one suppository from the strip; remove the foil wrapper before inserting into the rectum as follows:
- hold suppository with the rounded end up
- as shown, carefully separate foil tabs by inserting tip of fingernail at end marked “peel down”
- slowly and evenly peel apart (do not tear) foil by pulling tabs down both sides, to expose the suppository
- remove exposed suppository from the wrapper
- insert one suppository into the rectum up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor

Active Ingredient

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Other Information

store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive Ingredients

cocoa butter, corn starch, methylparaben, propylparaben

Additional Information

Distributed by: GSK Consumer Healthcare, Warren, NJ 07059

For most recent product information, visit www.preparationh.com

Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies.

©2022 GSK group of companies or its licensor. Made in Germany

Individually quality sealed for your protection.

Do Not Use if foil imprinted “PREPARATION H” is torn or damaged.

Questions Or Comments?

Call weekdays 8 AM to 6 PM EST at

1-800-99PrepH or 1-800-997-7374

Principal Display Panel

PREPARATION H

HEMORRHOIDAL

SUPPOSITORIES

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Provides Relief from Multiple Symptoms

Reduces Internal Hemorrhoidal Swelling
Prompt Relief from Itching & Discomfort
Also for Nighttime Relief

24 SUPPOSITORIES

000079891 – Front Carton

Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If

bleeding occurs
condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have

heart disease
high blood pressure
thyroid disease
diabetes
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

Structured Label Content

Uses

helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue
temporarily reduces the swelling associated with irritation in hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders

Purpose

Vasoconstrictor

Warnings

For rectal use only

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 insertion of this product.
detach one suppository from the strip; remove the foil wrapper before inserting into the rectum as follows:
- hold suppository with the rounded end up
- as shown, carefully separate foil tabs by inserting tip of fingernail at end marked “peel down”
- slowly and evenly peel apart (do not tear) foil by pulling tabs down both sides, to expose the suppository
- remove exposed suppository from the wrapper
- insert one suppository into the rectum up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor

Active Ingredient (Active ingredient)

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Other Information (Other information)

store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive Ingredients (Inactive ingredients)

cocoa butter, corn starch, methylparaben, propylparaben

Additional Information

Distributed by: GSK Consumer Healthcare, Warren, NJ 07059

For most recent product information, visit www.preparationh.com

Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies.

©2022 GSK group of companies or its licensor. Made in Germany

Individually quality sealed for your protection.

Do Not Use if foil imprinted “PREPARATION H” is torn or damaged.

Questions Or Comments? (Questions or comments?)

Call weekdays 8 AM to 6 PM EST at

1-800-99PrepH or 1-800-997-7374

Principal Display Panel (PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL)

PREPARATION H

HEMORRHOIDAL

SUPPOSITORIES

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Provides Relief from Multiple Symptoms

Reduces Internal Hemorrhoidal Swelling
Prompt Relief from Itching & Discomfort
Also for Nighttime Relief

24 SUPPOSITORIES

000079891 – Front Carton

Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If (Stop use and ask a doctor if)

bleeding occurs
condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have (Ask a doctor before use if you have)

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

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are (Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are)

presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression

Advanced Ingredient Data

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Raw Label Data

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