Preparation H Rapid Relief

Manufacturer
Wyeth Consumer Healthcare LLC
Effective date
2019-01-24
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
2
Source
legacy-cache
Hydrated at
2026-08-02 00:32:00

Label at a glance#

ProductPreparation H Rapid Relief
Active ingredientGLYCERIN, LIDOCAINE
Label structure10 sections

Storage and handling

Other information store at 20–25°C (68–77°F)

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Drug Facts

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Active ingredientsPurposes
Glycerin 14.4%Protectant
Lidocaine 5%Local anesthetic

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

Uses

  • for temporary relief of pain, soreness and burning
  • helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
  • temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts
  • temporarily protects the inflamed irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful

WARNINGS SECTION

Warnings

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

For external use only

When using this product

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION

  • do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
  • do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop use and ask a doctor if

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

  • rectal bleeding occurs
  • condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
  • an allergic reaction develops
  • the symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or other symptoms develop or increase

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

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 applying this cream.
  • apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

Other information

store at 20–25°C (68–77°F)

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Inactive ingredients

aloe barbadensis leaf extract, anhydrous citric acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cetyl alcohol, citric acid monohydrate, dexpanthenol, edetate disodium, glyceryl monostearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, polyoxyl lauryl ether, polyoxyl stearyl ether, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, stearyl alcohol, tocopherols excipient, vitamin E acetate, white petrolatum, xanthan gum

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

Questions or comments?

Call weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-800-99PrepH or 1-800-997-7374

Made in Canada

For most recent product
information, visit
www.preparationh.com

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 23 g Tube Label

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS AN OUTER CARTON. DO NOT BUY IF OUTER CARTON IS MISSING.

PREPARATION H®
HEMORRHOIDAL CREAM

5%
HIGHEST STRENGTH
LIDOCAINE AVAILABLE

RAPID RELIEF
WITH LIDOCAINE

LIDOCAINE, GLYCERIN
NET WT 0.75 OZ (23 g)

Rapid numbing relief of
pain, itching & burning plus
a soothing protective layer

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 23 g Tube Label
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 23 g Tube Label

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 23 g Tube Carton

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

NEW

5%
HIGHEST STRENGTH
LIDOCAINE AVAILABLE

PREPARATION H®

RAPID RELIEF
Hemorrhoidal
Cream

with
LIDOCAINE

Rapid numbing
relief of pain,
itching & burning

plus a soothing
protective layer

LIDOCAINE
GLYCERIN

NET WT 0.75 OZ (23 g)

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 23 g Tube Carton
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 23 g Tube Carton

DailyMed Billing Units#

Package NDC, Billing unit, Product NDC table
Package NDCBilling unitProduct NDCDailyMed indexing SPLSPL versionEffective
0573-2842-10GM - Gram0573-2842e8462f10-7d06-4372-bde2-9b746d5e9cd212019-08-06

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NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
0573-28420573-2842-10, 0573-2842-01

Ingredients#

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Brand, Generic, Manufacturer table
BrandGenericManufacturerSPL set IDEffective dateAvailable safety fieldsJoin
b935ad10-91a2-4816-a0e1-f311499049c16a3bd8c3-e8cc-439b-b549-1c4f4f86c6d42019-01-24WarningsExact identifier
spl id: b935ad10-91a2-4816-a0e1-f311499049c1
spl set id: 6a3bd8c3-e8cc-439b-b549-1c4f4f86c6d4

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