HEMORRHOIDAL mineral oil petrolatum phenylephrine hcl shark liver ointment

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

MINERAL OIL (UNII: T5L8T28FGP) (MINERAL OIL - UNII:T5L8T28FGP)

Available from:

HyVee Inc

INN (International Name):

MINERAL OIL

Composition:

MINERAL OIL 14 g in 100 g

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

HEMORRHOIDAL- MINERAL OIL, PETROLATUM, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL, SHARK LIVER
OIL OINTMENT
HYVEE INC
_Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA,
however they may be marketed if they_
_comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not
evaluated whether this product complies._
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HY-VEE, INC. HEMORRHOIDAL OINTMENT DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
Mineral oil 14%
Petrolatum 71.9%
Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%
Shark liver oil 3.0%
PURPOS E
Protectant
Vasoconstrictor
US ES
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
WARNINGS
For external and/or intrarectal use only
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 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
introduction of the applicator into the rectum causes additional pain
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)
DIRECTIONS
adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or
blotting with an appropriate cleansing
pad
gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth
before applying ointment
when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night,
in the morning or after each bowel
movement
for intrarectal use:
remove cover from applicator and attach applicator