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Topcare hemorrhoidal

Dosage form
OINTMENT
Labeler
Topco Associates LLC
Label updated
2013-08-27
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
MINERAL OIL · PETROLATUM · PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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Active ingredients

Mineral oil 14%

Petrolatum 74.9%

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Purposes

Protectant

Protectant

Vasoconstrictor

Uses

•helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids

•temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning

•temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts

•temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful

Warnings

For external and/or intrarectal 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 by a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • •bleeding occurs
  • •condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
  • •introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain
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. (1-800-222-1222)

Directions
  • •adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe. Gently dry by patting or blotting with a tissue or a soft cloth before applying ointment.
  • •when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
  • •apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
  • •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
  • •also apply ointment to external area
  • •regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms
  • •children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
  • •store at 20-25oC (68-77oF)
Inactive ingredients

bees wax, butylated hydroxytoluene, cod liver oil, glycerin, lanolin, methylparaben, paraffin wax, propylparaben, purified water, sodium benzoate, squalane, thyme oil, tocopherol acetate

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MEDICATED
Hemorrhoidal Ointment

PREVENTS FURTHER IRRITATION

Prompt, soothing relief from painful burning, itching and discomfort

Shrinks swollen hemorrhoidal tissue

Protects irritated tissue

Relieves internal and external discomfort

COMPARE TO PREPARATION H® HEMORRHOIDAL OINTMENT active ingredients

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 51521353-a859-4d6b-84eb-6523e780989c · Version 1
NDC: 36800-188