Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Package/Label Principal Display Panel EQUALINE ® compare to Preparation H ® Hemorrhoidal Suppositories active ingredients hemorrhoidal suppositories - prompt soothing relief from painful burning, itching and discomfort - shrinks swollen hemorrhoidal tissue - protects irritated tissue - reduces internal swelling, soothes and protects - also for nighttime relief 12 suppositories E-Z OPEN WRAPPER 279-el-hemorrhoidal-suppositories
- Package/Label Principal Display Panel EQUALINE ® compare to Preparation H ® Hemorrhoidal Suppositories active ingredients hemorrhoidal suppositories - prompt soothing relief from painful burning, itching and discomfort - shrinks swollen hemorrhoidal tissue - protects irritated tissue - reduces internal swelling, soothes and protects - also for nighttime relief 12 suppositories E-Z OPEN WRAPPER 279-el-hemorrhoidal-suppositories
Overview
Uses • helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids • temporarily relieves burning and shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue • temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts • temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Indications & Usage
Uses • helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids • temporarily relieves burning and shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue • temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts • temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Dosage & Administration
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 rounded end up • see illustrations: 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 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: ask a doctor Other information • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings For rectal use only 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. When using this product do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if • bleeding occurs • condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days 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. (1-800-222-1222)
Purpose
Purposes Protectant Vasoconstrictor
When Using
When using this product do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if • bleeding occurs • condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Storage & Handling
Other information • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Questions
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