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Menthol, Petrolatum

OTC Topical RxCUI 2675775
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Menthol, Petrolatum
Route
Topical
Label date
2025-05-07

Indications and usage

Uses Helps relieve the itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids, inflamed hemorrhoidal tissues, anorectal disorders and anorectal inflammation Temporarily protects irritated areas Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful Temporarily relieves the symptoms of perianal skin irritation Temporarily protects inflamed perianal skin For the temporary relief of pain or burning May provide a cooling sensation

Purpose

Menthol…….Antipruritic Petrolatum…..Protectant

Dosage and administration

Directions adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe. Gently dry by blotting or patting with a tissue or a soft cloth before applying ointment. Apply to the affected area up to 6 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after ' each bowel movement. EXTERNAL USE: Apply to external anal area. INTRARECTAL USE: Lubricate applicator well with Lonazem ointment, then gently insert applicator into the rectum. Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor

Warnings

For external and/or intrarectal use only Do not insert the applicator into the rectum if it causes additional pain. Consult a doctor promptly. If Pregnant or Breastfeeding , ask a healthcare provider before using. When using this product if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days, consult a doctor do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor in case of bleeding, consult a doctor promptly Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

When using this product

this product if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days, consult a doctor do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor in case of bleeding, consult a doctor promptly

Active ingredient (label)

s Menthol 0.1% Petrolatum 80%

Inactive ingredients

s butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, cetearyl alcohol, juniper berry volatile oil, origanum vulgare leaf extract, rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, thymus vulgaris leaf extract, zea mays (corn) oil

Keep out of reach of children

of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.