Recticare Advanced Hemorrhoidal Cream
Active ingredients
Lidocaine 5% w/w Mineral Oil 17% w/w Phenylephrine HCl 0.25% w/w White Petrolatum 39% w/w
Purpose
Lidocaine 5% w/w....................................Local anesthetic Mineral Oil 17% w/w................................Protectant Phenylephrine HCl 0.25% w/w.................Vasoconstrictor White Petrolatum 39% w/w.....................Protectant
Uses
- helps relieve the pain, itching and burning associated with hemorrhoids
- temporarily reduces the swelling associated with irritated hemorrhoidal tissue and other anorectal disorders
- temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts
- temporarily protects irritated areas and inflamed perianal skin
Warnings
For external 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
- avoid contact with eyes
- do not exceed recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
- do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- bleeding occurs
- condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
- allergic reaction occurs to ingredients in this product
- symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase
If pregnant or breastfeeding,
ask a doctor before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- When practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before applying.
- adults and children 12 years and older: apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily
- children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
- To use finger cots: Roll one finger cot over finger. Gently squeeze cream onto finger cot. Smooth a layer of the cream over affected area.
Other information
Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]
Inactive ingredients
ceteth 20, cetostearyl alcohol, citric acid, propylparaben, purified water