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Preparation H Cooling Gel

Dosage form
GEL
Labeler
Haleon US Holdings LLC
Label updated
2024-04-05
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE · WITCH HAZEL
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Active ingredients

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

Witch hazel 50.0%

Purposes

Vasoconstrictor

Astringent

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

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.

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 gel.
  • when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
  • apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information

store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive ingredients

aloe barbadensis leaf juice, edetate disodium, hydroxyethyl cellulose, methylparaben, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate, sulisobenzone, vitamin E acetate

Questions or comments?

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

Additional information

Do Not Use if tube seal under cap embossed with “H” is broken or missing.

Distributed by: GSK Consumer Healthcare, Warren, NJ 07059

For most recent product information, visit www.preparationh.com

Trademarks owned or licensed by GSK

©2021 GSK or licensor

Made In Canada

Do Not Use if tube seal under cap embossed with “H” is broken or missing.

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

PREPARATION H

HEMORRHOIDAL
COOLING
GEL

Fast Cooling
Relief

  • Clear, Non-Greasy Formula with
    No Unpleasant Scent
  • Prompt, Cooling Relief from Painful
    Burning & Itching
  • Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue
  • Relieves External Discomfort

1 TUBE | NET WT 1.8 OZ (51 g)

PAA162794 Front Carton

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: cebee3f7-8591-e4f7-e66a-e43b4ba3aaf4 · Version 9
NDC: 0573-2840