GNP Hemorrhoidal

Active ingredients Purposes

Mineral oil 14.0%.....................................................Skin protectant

Petrolatum 74.9%....................................................Skin protectant

Phenylephrine HCI 0.25%.......................................Vasconstrictor

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
• difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
• diabetes

Ask a doctor of 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

• rectal bleeding occurs
• condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
• introduction of applicator into rectum causes addition 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 (1-800-222-1222) 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 ointment.
• when first opening the tube, peel back foil seal
• 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, lubricant 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 provided continual therapy for relief of symptoms
• children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

Other information

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

Inactive ingredients

.alpha.-tocopherol acetate, alcohol, glycerin, lanolin, methyparaben, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, stearyl alcohol, thyme oil, purified water, white wax

Distributed By:

Amerisource Bergen

Made in China

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