Description:   Preparation H is available in ointment, cream, gel, and suppository product forms. The Ointment contains Petrolatum 71.9%, Mineral Oil 14%, Shark Liver Oil 3% and Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%.

The Cream contains Petrolatum 18%, Glycerin 12%, Shark Liver Oil 3% and Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%.

The Suppositories contain Cocoa Butter 85.5%, Shark Liver Oil 3%, and Phenylephrine HCL 0.25%.

The Cooling Gel contains Phenylephrine HCl 0.25% and Witch Hazel 50%.

Indications:   Preparation H Ointment, Cream, and Suppositories help

• relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
• temporarily shrink hemorrhoidal tissue and relieve burning
• temporarily provide a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts
• temporarily protect the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful

Cooling Gel helps

• relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
• temporarily relieves irritation and burning
• temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue
• aids in protecting irritated anorectal areas

Warnings:

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

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.

Cream/Cooling Gel :   Do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator. For external use only.

Stop use and ask a doctor if:

• bleeding occurs
• condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days

Ointment :   Stop use and ask a doctor if introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain. For external and/or intrarectal use only.

Suppositories :   For rectal use only.

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.

Dosage and Administration:

Ointment --

• 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 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
• intrarectal use:
  • remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum
  • thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace cover
• also apply ointment to external area
• regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms
• children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

Tamper-Evident: Do Not Use if tube seal under cap embossed with "H" is broken or missing.

Cream --

• 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 cream.
• when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
• apply externally or in the lower portion of the anal canal only
• apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
• for application in the lower anal canal: remove cover from dispensing cap. Attach dispensing cap tube. Lubricate dispensing cap well, then gently insert dispensing cap partway into the anus.
• thoroughly cleanse dispensing cap after each use and replace cover
• children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

Tamper-Evident: Do Not Use if tube seal under cap embossed with "H" is broken or missing.

Suppositories --

• 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 insertion of this product
• detach one suppository from the strip; remove the foil wrapper before inserting into the rectum as follows:
  • hold suppository with rounded end up
  • as shown, carefully separate foil tabs by inserting tip of fingernail at end marked "peel down"
  • slowly and evenly peel apart (do not tear) foil by pulling tabs down both sides, to expose the suppository
  • remove exposed suppository from wrapper
  • insert one suppository into the rectum 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

Tamper-Evident: Individually quality sealed for your protection. Do Not Use if foil imprinted "PREPARATION H" is torn or damaged (appears on end flap)

Cooling Gel --

• 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 gel.
• when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
• 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

Tamper-Evident: Do Not Use if tube seal under cap embossed with "H" is broken or missing.

Inactive Ingredients: Ointment --Beeswax, Benzoic Acid, BHA, Corn Oil, Glycerin, Lanolin, Lanolin Alcohol, Methylparaben, Paraffin, Propylparaben, Thyme Oil, Tocopherol, Water.

Cream -- BHA, Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, Cetyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Edetate Disodium, Glyceryl Oleate, Glyceryl Stearate, Lanolin, Methylparaben, Propyl Gallate, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Simethicone, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Water, Xanthan Gum.

Suppositories -- Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Starch.

Cooling Gel --Alcohol (7.5%), Benzophenone-4, Edetate Disodium, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Methylparaben, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Purified Water, Sodium Citrate.

How Supplied:    Ointment :  Net Wt. 1 oz and 2 oz   Cream :  Net Wt. 0.9 oz and 1.8 oz Suppositories :   12's, 24's and 48's. Cooling Gel: Net Wt. 0.9 oz and 1.8 oz

Cream , Gel , Suppositories :  Store at room temperature or in cool place but not over 80° F.

Ointment :  Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F).