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Phenylephrine Hcl, Petrolatum, Mineral

OTC Rectal, Topical RxCUI 1372298
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Mineral Oil, Petrolatum
Route
Rectal, Topical
Label date
2023-10-25

Indications and usage

Uses - Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids. -Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoid 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

Purpose

s --- Protectant ---Protectant ---Vasoconstrictor

Dosage and administration

Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and older for topical use: -clean the affected area, and pat or dab dry before applying ointment -apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially after each bowel movement. For intrarectal use: -attach included applicator to tube -lubricate applicator tip and gently insert into rectum -thoroughly clean applicator after each use and replace cover. Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor before use.

Warnings

For external and/or intrarectal use only

Ask a doctor before use if

Ask a doctor before use if you have - heart disease -high blood pressure -thyroid disease -diabetes -trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug due to high blood pressure

Stop use and ask a doctor if

and ask a doctor if -bleeding occurs -condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days. -Introduction of the appllicator into the rectum causes additional pain

Pregnancy or breast-feeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Active ingredient (label)

s (in each gram) Mineral oil 14 % Petrolatum 74.9 % Phenylephrine HCI 0,25 %

Inactive ingredients

s - beeswax, benzoic acid, cetyl alcohol, glycerin, laureth - 23, methylparaben, propylparaben, stearyl alcohol

Storage and handling

Other information - store at room temperature 68 - 77 F (20 - 25 C).

Keep out of reach of children

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