White Petrolatum, Glycerin, Pramoxine Hydrochloride, And Phenylephrine Hydrochloride
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Tucks Triple Relief Hemorrhoidal
- Brand Names
- Tucks Triple Relief Hemorrhoidal
- Drug Class
- Non-Standardized Chemical Allergen [EPC]
- Route
- TOPICAL
- Dosage Form
- CREAM
- Product Type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
What Is White Petrolatum, Glycerin, Pramoxine Hydrochloride, And Phenylephrine Hydrochloride Used For?
Uses for the temporary relief of pain, soreness, or burning helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful temporarily forms a protective coating over inflamed tissues to help prevent drying of tissues may provide a cooling sensation
Dosage and Administration
Directions Adults: when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product when first opening the tube, remove foil seal. Do not use if foil seal is broken. apply externally or in the lower portion of the anal canal only apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily for application in the lower anal canal, remove cover from dispensing cap. Attach dispensing cap to tube. Lubricate dispensing cap well, then gently insert dispensing cap partially into the anus. thoroughly clean dispensing cap after each use and replace cover children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Warnings and Precautions
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 do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed to do so by a doctor do not put directly in 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 reactions develop due to ingredients in this product the symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or other symptoms develop or increase 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.
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