Preparation H Ointment

Preparation H Ointment helps to shrink the tissues swollen by inflammation, relieves the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids, temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts and can be a lubricant, easing painful bowel movements when the skin is dry and sore.

How to apply Preparation H Ointment:

• Adults and elderly: apply freely night and morning and after each bowel movement.
• Children: not to be used except on medical advice.

Before using Preparation H Ointment:

• For external and/or intrarectal use only.
• 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.
• Stop use and ask a doctor if bleeding occurs; condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days; introduction of 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.

Preparation H Ointment contains:

Yeast cell extract 1%w/w and shark liver oil 3%w/w