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PREPARATION H SOOTHING RELIEF CLEANSING AND COOLING WIPES

Dosage form
CLOTH
Labeler
Haleon US Holdings LLC
Label updated
2026-05-11
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
WITCH HAZEL
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Witch hazel 20%

Purpose

Astringent

Uses
  • helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
  • temporary relief of irritation and burning
  • aids in protecting irritated anorectal areas
Warnings

For external use only

When using this product

  • do not exceed the 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

Label information

Keep out of reach of children.If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • adults: unfold wipe and cleanse the area by gently wiping, patting or blotting. If necessary, repeat until all matter is removed from the area.
  • use up to 6 times daily or after each bowel movement and before applying topical hemorrhoidal treatments, and then discard
  • children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Other information
  • for best results, flush only one wipe at a time
  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients

aloe barbadensis leaf juice, anhydrous citric acid, benzyl alcohol, edetate disodium, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate

Questions or comments?

Call weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-800-99PrepHor 1-800-997-7374

Other Uses
  • for vaginal care –cleanse the area by gently wiping, patting or blotting. Repeat as needed.
  • for use as a moist compress –if necessary, first cleanse the area as previously described. Fold new wipe to desired size and place in contact with tissue for a soothing and cooling effect. Leave in place for up to 15 minutes and repeat as needed.
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 Wipe Pouch Carton

180
WIPES
3 PACKS

PREPARATION H ®

soothing
RELIEF
cleansing & cooling
wipes

HEMORRHOIDAL WIPES
with WITCH HAZEL

Cools on Contact
Gentle for Daily Use
With Aloe
Flushable

3 x 60
COUNT
POUCHES
6 x 5 in. (15.2 x 12.7 cm)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 60 Wipe Pouch

NEW!

PREPARATION H ®

soothing
RELIEF
cleansing & cooling
wipes
PEEL HERE

HEMORRHOIDAL WIPES
with WITCH HAZEL

Cools on Contact
Gentle for Daily Use
With Aloe
Flushable

60
WIPES

6 x 5 in. (15.2 x 12.7cm)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 485437a8-b2e9-4acf-a20e-edb1f08a9cae · Version 5
NDC: 0573-0553