What are the active ingredients in Preparation H?

What are the active ingredients in Preparation H?

PREPARATION H

Active ingredients Purposes
Glycerin 14.4% Protectant
Phenylephrine HCl 0.25% Vasoconstrictor
Pramoxine HCl 1% Local anesthetic
White petrolatum 15% Protectant

What is the shrinking ingredient in Preparation H?

Preparation H contains a medication called phenylephrine HCL that — when used for the drug’s intended purpose — will shrink the swollen tissues of hemorrhoids. It works by constricting the nearby blood vessels that feed blood and fluid to the area.

Does phenylephrine shrink hemorrhoids?

Over-the-counter products are available for hemorrhoids, such as pads infused with witch hazel (Tucks), as well as soothing creams that contain lidocaine, hydrocortisone, or other ingredients like phenylephrine (Preparation H). These substances help shrink the inflamed tissue and provide relief from itching.

What are the active ingredients in preparation H?

In Greece, the active ingredients of Preparation H are 1% w/w yeast extract and 3% w/w shark liver oil. In 2014, in an effort to bolster sales in the struggling rectal suppository line, a social media marketing campaign with the slogan “What’s your supposi-story?”

How do you use Preparation H suppositories?

How to use Preparation H Suppository. Before use, clean the area with mild soap and water, rinse well, and pat dry. Use this product in the rectum only. This product is generally used up to 6 times a day, or after each bowel movement, or as directed by your doctor. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

What is Preparation H (Pfizer)?

Jump to navigation Jump to search. Preparation H is a brand of medications made by Pfizer, used in the treatment of hemorrhoids.

Where can I buy Preparation H in Canada?

That’s right, the original Preparation H with Bio-Dyne is available from Canada and can be ordered online here. By word of mouth endorsement where people visiting a Canadian site https://www.canoutlet.com began requesting Prep-H from Canada because the USA made cream did not have the same results.

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