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Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Phenylephrine Hcl

Over-the-Counter

Brand names: Hemorrhoidal Pain Relief

Dosage Form
Topical
Route
TOPICAL
Manufacturer
Walgreens

About This Medication

Topical product applied to the skin for localized treatment and symptom relief.

Active Ingredients

Ingredient Strength
Mineral Oil -
Petrolatum -
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride -

Indications & Usage

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

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 applying ointment. when first opening the tube, peel off the 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, 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

Warnings & Precautions

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 off the 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, lubricate applicator well and gently …

Warnings For external and/or intrarectal 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 …

Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Phenylephrine Hcl is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.

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