Horse Chestnut, Hamamelis Virginiana Root Bark/Stem Bark, Strychnos Nux-Vomica Seed
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Hemcalm
- Brand Names
- Hemcalm
- Drug Class
- Non-Standardized Plant Allergenic Extract [EPC]
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage Form
- TABLET
- Product Type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
What Is Horse Chestnut, Hamamelis Virginiana Root Bark/Stem Bark, Strychnos Nux-Vomica Seed Used For?
Uses* temporarily relieves symptoms of internal and external hemorrhoids such as: burning itching swelling pain discomfort helps shrink swollen hemorrhoids relieves hemorrhoid symptoms following childbirth
Dosage and Administration
Adults and children 12 years of age and older: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue every 2 hours, up to 6 times a day. Children under 12 years of age: Ask a doctor.
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