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Rx Act Hemorrhoidal

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HEB Hemorrhoidal Ointment Drug Facts


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Active ingredients

Mineral oil 14%

Petrolatum 71.9%

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Shark liver oil 3.0%

Purposes

Protectant

Vasoconstrictor

Rx Act Hemorrhoidal 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

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 to tube
  • lubricate applicator well, then gently insert applicator into the rectum
  • thoroughly clean applicator after each use and replace cover
  • also apply ointment to external area
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

Rx Act Hemorrhoidal Other information

store at 68°-77°F (20°-25°C)

Inactive ingredients

beeswax, benzoic acid, BHA, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohol, methylparaben, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thyme oil, tocopherol

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HEMORRHOIDAL OINTMENT

Prevents Further Irritation

Prompt Soothing Relief From Painful Burning, Itching & Discomfort

Protects Irritated Tissue

Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue

Relieves Internal and External Discomfort

Rx Act Hemorrhoidal
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Rx Act Hemorrhoidal

Mineral oil, Petrolatum, Phenylephrine HCl, Shark liver oil OINTMENT

Product Information

Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:37808-400
Route of Administration TOPICAL DEA Schedule

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety

Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
Mineral Oil 14 g
petrolatum 71.9 g
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride PHENYLEPHRINE 0.25 g
SHARK LIVER OIL 3 g

Inactive Ingredients

Ingredient Name Strength
YELLOW WAX
BENZOIC ACID
BUTYLATED HYDROXYANISOLE
CORN OIL
GLYCERIN
LANOLIN
METHYLPARABEN
PARAFFIN
PROPYLPARABEN
water
THYME OIL
.ALPHA.-TOCOPHEROL
Lanolin Alcohols

Packaging

# Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
1 57 in 1 TUBE
2 NDC:37808-400-16 1 in 1 CARTON

Marketing Information

Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
part part346 1995-12-22


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