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Leader Maximum Strength Hemorrhoidal Relief

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
Cardinal Health,Inc.
Label updated
2025-03-21
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
LIDOCAINE
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Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Lidocaine 5% w/w

Purpose

Local anesthetic

Uses

helps relieve the pain, itching and burning associated with hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders.

Warnings

For external use only.

When using this product

  • avoid contact with the eyes
  • do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
  • do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • rectal bleeding occurs
  • condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
  • allergic reaction occurs to ingredients in this product
  • symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase 
  • symptoms clear up and return within a few days

If pregnant or breastfeeding

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions
  • when practical, clean area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before applying.
  • adults and children 12 years and older: apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times a day. 
  • children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
  • To use finger cots: Roll one finger cot over finger. Gently squeeze cream onto finger cot. Smooth a layer of the cream over affected area.
Other information

store at room temperature 68° - 77° F (20° - 25° C)

Inactive ingredients

aloe vera oil, benzyl alcohol, carbomer homopolymer, cholesterol, isopropyl myristate, mineral oil, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purifed water, sodium hydroxide, vitamin E

Questions?

1-800-639-3803 Weekdays 9 AM to 4 PM EST

Package Labeling:

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 65c780b0-7f47-4ae9-a847-c22deaaa2888 · Version 2
NDC: 70000-0650