Humana Pharmacy, Inc. Hemorrhoidal Ointment Drug Facts

Manufacturer
Humana Pharmacy, Inc.
Effective date
2017-01-30
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
1
Source
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Hydrated at
2026-08-02 01:20:10

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ProductHumana Pharmacy Hemorrhoidal
Active ingredientMINERAL OIL, PETROLATUM, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Label structure8 sections

Indications and 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

Dosage and administration

• 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...

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Active ingredients

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Mineral oil 14%

Petrolatum 74.9%

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Purposes

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Protectant

Vasoconstrictor

Uses

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

  • 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

WARNINGS SECTION

For external and/or intrarectal use only

Ask a doctor before use if you have

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

  • 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

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.

When using this product

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION

do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

  • 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,

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

  • 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

Other information

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

benzoic acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohols, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thymus vulgaris (thyme) oil, tocopheryl acetate, white wax

Questions or comments?

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

1-800-719-9260

Package/Label Principal Display Panel

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Compare to Preparation H® Hemorrhoidal Ointment active ingredients

Hemorrhoidal Ointment

Prevent further irritation

Prompt, soothing relief from painful burning, itching and discomfort

Shrinks swollen hemorrhoidal tissue

Protects irritated tissue

Relieves internal and external discomfort

NET WT 2 OZ (57 g)

Humana Hemorrhoidal Ointment
Humana Hemorrhoidal Ointment

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Product NDCPackage NDC
70925-18870925-188-16

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