Glycerin, petrolatum, phenylephrine, and pramoxine topical
Generic name: glycerin, petrolatum, phenylephrine, and pramoxine topical [ GLIS-er-in-PET-roe-LAY-tum-FEN-il-EF-rin-pra-MOX-een-TOP-i-kal ]
Brand names: Preparation H Maximum Strength, Preparation H Multi-Symptom
Dosage form: rectal cream (14.4%-15%-0.25%-1%)
Drug class:Anorectal preparations
What is glycerin, petrolatum, phenylephrine, and pramoxine topical?
Glycerin, petrolatum, phenylephrine, and pramoxine topical is a combination medicine used to relieve pain, soreness, burning, itching, and swelling caused by hemorrhoids.
glycerin, petrolatum, phenylephrine, and pramoxine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you are using a medication to treat asthma, COPD, or depression.
Before taking this medicine
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart disease;
enlarged prostate or urination problems;
diabetes; or
a thyroid disorder.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.
How should I use glycerin, petrolatum, phenylephrine, and pramoxine topical?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. This medicine is for use only on the skin around your rectum. Rinse with water if this medicine gets in your eyes or mouth.
You may use this medicine up to 4 times daily, especially after a bowel movement.
Apply the medicine to the skin around the outside of your rectum only. Do not get this medicine inside your rectum.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if they get worse.
Store at room temperature away from moist...
