FDA Label for Preparation H

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Preparation H Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Haleon Us Holdings Llc. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient



Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%


Purpose



Vasoconstrictor


Uses



  • •helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
  • •temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue
  • •temporarily reduces the swelling associated with irritation in hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders

Warnings



For rectal 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

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



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

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 insertion of this product.
  • •detach one suppository from the strip; remove the foil wrapper before inserting into the rectum as follows:
    • •hold suppository with the 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 the 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: consult a doctor

Other Information



store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)


Inactive Ingredients



cocoa butter, corn starch, methylparaben, propylparaben


Questions Or Comments?



Call weekdays 8 AM to 6 PM EST at
1-800-99PrepH or 1-800-997-7374


Additional Information



Distributed by: GSK Consumer Healthcare, Warren, NJ 07059
For most recent product information, visit www.preparationh.com
Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies.
©2022 GSK group of companies or its licensor. Made in Germany

Individually quality sealed for your protection.

Do Not Use if foil imprinted “PREPARATION H” is torn or damaged.


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PREPARATION H
HEMORRHOIDAL
SUPPOSITORIES

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Prevents Further Irritation

  • •Reduces Internal Hemorrhoidal Swelling
  • •Prompt Relief from Itching & Discomfort
  • •Also for Nighttime Relief
  • 12 SUPPOSITORIES

    000079890 – Front Carton


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