Description
GoodSense® Hemorrhoidal Ointment – 2 oz | Compare to Preparation H®
Compare to the active ingredients in Preparation H® Ointment. Get fast, temporary relief from hemorrhoid pain, itching, burning, and discomfort with GoodSense® Hemorrhoidal Ointment. This medicated formula combines Mineral Oil 14% and Petrolatum 74.9% (skin protectants) with Phenylephrine HCl 0.25% (vasoconstrictor) to shrink swollen tissue, protect irritated anorectal skin, and help make bowel movements less painful. A reliable and affordable alternative to national brands.
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Key Benefits & What It Helps Relieve
- Compares to the active ingredients in Preparation H®
- Helps relieve local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
- Temporarily shrinks swollen hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning
- Provides a protective coating for inflamed, irritated anorectal surfaces
- Helps make bowel movements less painful
Drug Facts
Active ingredients
- Mineral Oil 14% – Protectant
- Petrolatum 74.9% – Protectant
- Phenylephrine HCl 0.25% – Vasoconstrictor
Uses
- Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
- Temporarily shrinks swollen 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
- 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; or 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 (1-800-222-1222).
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 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
- Store at 20°–25°C (68°–77°F).
Inactive ingredients
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.
Generic Equivalent To: |
Preparation H |
Expiration Date: |
4-2026 |
