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Preparation H Rapid Relief Dailymed

  1. Human OTC
  2. Non-Standardized Chemical Allergen
  3. GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Holdings (US) LLC

Generic: glycerin, lidocaine, petrolatum, and phenylephrine hydrochloride is used for the treatment of Constipation Dermatitis Adams-Stokes Syndrome Burns Esophageal Diseases Hypersensitivity Mouth Diseases Pain Tachycardia, Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation Tachycardia, Ventricular Ventricular Premature Complexes Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions Fissure in Ano Glaucoma, Open-Angle Hemorrhoids Hypertension Hypotension Pruritus Ani Rhinitis, Vasomotor Shock, Septic Tachycardia, Supraventricular Mydriasis

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Active Ingredients


Glycerin 14.4%

Lidocaine 5%

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

White petrolatum 15%

Purposes


Protectant

Local anesthetic

Vasoconstrictor

Protectant

Indications & Usage Section


Uses
  • •for temporary relief of pain, soreness and burning
  • •helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
  • •temporarily 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

Warnings Section


Warnings

For external use only

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION


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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION


Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION


When using this product
  • •do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
  • •do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

OTC - STOP USE SECTION


Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • •bleeding occurs
  • •condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
  • •an allergic reaction develops
  • •the symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or other symptoms develop or increase

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION


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

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION


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

Dosage & Administration Section


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 this cream.
  • •apply externally to the affected area 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

Storage And Handling Section


Other information

store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive Ingredient Section


Inactive ingredients

aloe barbadensis leaf extract, anhydrous citric acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cetyl alcohol, citric acid monohydrate, dexpanthenol, edetate disodium, glyceryl monostearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, polyoxyl lauryl ether, polyoxyl stearyl ether, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium benzoate, stearyl alcohol, tocopherols excipient, vitamin E acetate, xanthan gum

Otc - Questions Section


Questions or comments?

Call weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-800-99PrepH or 1-800-997-7374

Principal Display Panel


PREPARATION H®

New Benefit Now Reduces Swelling See new label

RAPID RELIEF WITH LIDOCAINE

HEMORRHOIDAL CREAM

LIDOCAINE PHENYLEPHRINE HCl GLYCERIN WHITE PETROLATUM

5% HIGHEST STRENGTH LIDOCAINE AVAILABLE
  • •Rapid numbing relief of pain, itching & burning
  • •Reduces swelling & provides a soothing protective layer

1 TUBE | NET WT 0.75 OZ (23 g)

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