HEB Hemorrhoidal Ointment

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Drug Facts

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Uses

• For the temporary relief of anorectal itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids.
• Temporarily reduces swelling associated with irritation in hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders
• Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue
• Temporarily forms a protective coating over inflamed tissues to help prevent drying of tissues
• Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful

Warnings

For external and/or intrarectal use only

OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION

Do not use this product if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, diabetes, or difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland unless directed by a doctor.

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 physician if

• bleeding occurs
• condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
• introduction of applicator into rectum causes additional pain

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: 800-222-1222.

Directions

• Adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing pad. Gently dry by patting or blotting with a tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product
• apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily
• 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
• Children under 12 years of age: consult a physician

Other information

• Store at 15 to 30°C(59 to 86°F)
• Tamper Evident: DO NOT USE IF SEAL ON TUBE IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

Inactive ingredients

Benzoic acid, cera alba (bees wax), glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohol, methylparaben, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thymus vulgaris (thyme) oil, tocopherol (vitamin E) acetate