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PREPARATION H mineral oil, petrolatum, phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 749 mg/g Ointment — NDC 00573-2871-04 package photo
Label image from the product's FDA listing (DailyMed) — may show a different pack size or an older label revision.

PREPARATION H mineral oil, petrolatum, phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 749 mg/g Ointment — NDC 0573-2871-04 (Billing 00573-2871-04)

by Haleon US Holdings LLC · 2 CARTON in 1 PACKAGE / 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 57 g in 1 TUBE

This is a package of PREPARATION H mineral oil, petrolatum, phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 749 mg/g Ointment from Haleon US Holdings LLC, marketed since Mar 2004 and currently FDA-listed. It is the main listing for this product, which comes in 7 package sizes.

NDC 00573-2871-04
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 0573-2871-04 billing pads the labeler segment with a zero
This package
Contains57 g in 1 tube Pack sizes7 compare ↓
Main listing for product 0573-2871 · Also comes in: 28 g 0573-2871-10 57 g 0573-2871-20 28 g 0573-2871-91 57 g 0573-2871-92 28 g 0573-2871-93 57 g 0573-2871-94
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
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NDC database record

One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 0573-2871-04 alone.

Record
FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
Code segments
0573 labeler · 2871 product · 04 package
Package marketed since
Mar 1, 2004
Sample package
No — commercial package
Listing certified through
Dec 31, 2026
Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
3 0573287104 2
FDA record last changed
Aug 27, 2026

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 0573-2871-04
Product NDC 0573-2871
11-digit billing NDC 00573287104
NCPDP billing unit GM — per gram (weight)
RxCUI 1372298
UNII 04JA59TNSJ, T5L8T28FGP, 4T6H12BN9U
Application # M015
SPL Set ID 507c08ab-a98b-33fe-e2ac-eb9b9a810d5a
Established class (EPC) alpha-1 Adrenergic Agonist
Mechanism of action Adrenergic alpha1-Agonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2004-03-01
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form OINTMENT
Substance PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE; MINERAL OIL; PETROLATUM

Drug-database identifiers Medi-Span GPI and First Databank GCN / HICL / AHFS classification

GPI-14 89994003224222
GPI class Preparation H
GCN Seq No 071294
GCN 35039
HICL code 039599
Ingredient (HICL) Phenyleph/Mineral Oil/Petrolat
HIC1 code Q
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Ear/Eye/Nose/Rectum/Topical/Vagina/Other
HIC2 code Q3
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Anal-Rectal Preparations
HIC3 code Q3D
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Hemorrhoidal Preparations
AHFS code 12:12.04.00
AHFS class Alpha-Adrenergic Agonists (12:12)
FDB label name PREPARATION H OINTMENT
FDB brand name Preparation H
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Quick answers
  • GSN (GCN sequence number): 071294
  • GCN: 35039
  • GPI-14 (Medi-Span): 89994003224222
  • HICL (First Databank): 039599
  • AHFS class code: 12:12.04.00
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 1372298
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 0573-2871-04 — a 4-4-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the labeler segment → 00573-2871-04. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Softeners, emollients class.

Drug family (ATC) Softeners, emollients
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

Clinical

Label name PREPARATION H OINTMENT Ingredient Phenyleph/Mineral Oil/Petrolat
🧪 What is this product?

Preparation H is an over-the-counter ointment applied directly to the skin, marketed under FDA's monograph rules for hemorrhoidal products. It combines petrolatum and mineral oil, which function as emollients and lubricants to soften and protect irritated tissue. Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a decongestant that constricts small blood vessels, typically included to reduce localized swelling and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids.

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer gPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
ℹ️
No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Try another pack size: 28 g 57 g 28 g 57 g 28 g 57 g
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startMarketing endStatus
00573-2871-04 You're viewing this Main listing 2 CARTON in 1 PACKAGE / 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 57 g in 1 TUBE 2004-03-01 — Active
00573-2871-10 0573-2871-10 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 28 g in 1 TUBE 2004-03-01 — Active
00573-2871-20 0573-2871-20 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 57 g in 1 TUBE 2004-03-01 — Active
00573-2871-91 0573-2871-91 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 28 g in 1 TUBE 2018-03-01 — Active
00573-2871-92 0573-2871-92 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 57 g in 1 TUBE 2018-03-01 — Active
00573-2871-93 0573-2871-93 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 28 g in 1 TUBE 2019-06-01 — Active
00573-2871-94 0573-2871-94 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 57 g in 1 TUBE 2020-05-17 — Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in this package?
This package is listed by the FDA — 2 carton in 1 package / 1 tube in 1 carton / 57 g in 1 tube.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of PREPARATION H mineral oil, petrolatum, phenylephrine HCl 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 749 mg/g Ointment?
Use the 11-digit billing form listed in the identifiers section of this page. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Good Sense Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 00113-0188-16 L. 1 tube $0.057 — Availability likely —
Hemorrhoidal .25 g/100g; 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g 00536-1288-06 Rugby 1 tube $0.057 — Availability likely —
Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 45802-0188-16 Padagis 1 tube $0.057 — Availability likely —
GNP Hemorrhoidal 2.5 mg/g; 749 mg/g; 140 mg/g 46122-0677-46 Amerisource 1 tube $0.057 — Availability likely —
Hemorrhoidal .25 g/100g; 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g 70000-0046-01 Cardinal 1 tube $0.057 — Availability likely —
foster and thrive hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 70677-1108-01 Strategic 1 tube $0.057 — Availability likely —
Walgreens 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 749 mg/g 00363-6503-01 Walgreens 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal Pain Relief 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 749 mg/g 00363-9876-02 WALGREENS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Preparation H 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 749 mg/gthis 00573-2871-04 Haleon 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 11822-0006-00 Rite 1 tube — — Discontinued —
Hemorrhoidal 2.5 mg/g; 749 mg/g; 140 mg/g 13709-0319-01 NeilMed 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal Pain Relief 749 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 2.5 mg/g 13709-0334-01 Neilmed 1 tube — — FDA listed —
signature care hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 21130-0577-16 Safeway 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 21130-0687-16 Safeway 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Signature Care Hemorrhoidal 749 mg/g; 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g 21130-0789-14 Better 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 30142-0188-16 Kroger 1 tube — — FDA listed —
topcare hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 36800-0499-16 Topco 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Equaline Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 41163-0188-16 United 1 tube — — FDA listed —
hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 41250-0188-16 Meijer 1 tube — — FDA listed —
careone hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 41520-0188-16 American 1 tube — — FDA listed —
0.25 % PHENYLEPHRINE HCl HEMORRHOIDAL 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 43473-0094-02 Nantong 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Equate Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 49035-0188-16 Wal-Mart 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal 140 mg/g; 749 mg/g; 2.5 mg/g 51316-0228-01 CVS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
CAREALL Hemorrhoidal 140 mg/g; 749 mg/g; 2.5 mg/g 51824-0079-02 New 56 g — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoid Anesthetic .14 g/g; .749 g/g; .0025 g/g 52000-0057-01 Universal 1 tube — — Discontinued —
0.25 % PHENYLEPHRINE HCl HEMORRHOIDAL 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 52000-0438-02 Universal 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Exchange Select Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 55301-0188-16 Army 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Family Wellness Hemorrhoidal 749 mg/g; 140 mg/g; 2.5 mg/g 55319-0381-56 Family 1 tube — — FDA listed —
TheraPlus Plus .25 g/100g; 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g 55621-0005-01 Zhejiang 42 g — — FDA listed —
Family Wellness .25 g/100g; 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g 55621-0006-01 Zhejiang 1 tube — — FDA listed —
ProCure Hemorrhoidal 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g; 14 g/100g 55681-0021-02 Twin 56.6 g — — FDA listed —
DG Health Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 55910-0188-16 Dolgencorp, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 56062-0188-16 Publix 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 63187-0505-02 Proficient 1 tube — — FDA listed —
HemorrhoidalOintment 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 68016-0528-00 Pharmacy 1 tube — — FDA listed —
HemorrhoidalOintment 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 69396-0020-01 Trifecta 1 tube — — FDA listed —
HemorrhoidalOintment 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 69396-0082-02 Trifecta 1 tube — — FDA listed —
HemorrhoidalOintment 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g; 14 g/100g 69396-0083-01 Trifecta 1 tube — — FDA listed —
HemorrhoidalOintment 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 69396-0133-20 Trifecta 1 tube — — FDA listed —
hemorrhoidal 749 mg/g; 2.5 mg/g; 140 mg/g 69452-0448-38 Bionpharma 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Family wellness 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 69571-0006-02 FRONT 1 tube — — FDA listed —
TheraCare Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 71101-0935-01 Veridian 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 72162-2282-02 Bryant 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Basic Care Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 72288-0188-16 Amazon.com 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal .25 g/100g; 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g 83324-0045-02 Chain 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Hemorrhoidal 14 g/100g; 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g 85766-0140-57 Sportpharm 1 tube — — FDA listed —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

Availability & generic status

🏛️
2004
On the market since
Mar 2004
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
22 years listed
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·
No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

What it looks like

Color yellow
One label can cover several strengths, so colors may be combined — always confirm a loose pill against the dispensed prescription label or a pharmacist.
Where does this data come from?
Physical description (imprint, shape, color, scoring, coating) from this product’s FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL), mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA.

Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 8SKN0B0MIM
    Benzoic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid used as a preservative in medicines and foods. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth to extend shelf life and maintain product stability.
  • UNII REK4960K2U
    Butylated hydroxyanisole is a synthetic preservative that prevents oils and fats in medicines from spoiling or becoming rancid. It keeps the medicine stable and extends its shelf life.
  • UNII 8470G57WFM
    Corn oil is a vegetable oil extracted from corn kernels. It's used in medicines as a solvent to dissolve active ingredients and help the body absorb them, and sometimes as a lubricant in capsules.
  • UNII PDC6A3C0OX
    Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
  • UNII 7EV65EAW6H
    Lanolin is a waxy substance derived from sheep's wool. It's used in medicines as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent to soften formulations and improve spreadability in topical products like creams and ointments.
  • UNII 884C3FA9HE
    Lanolin alcohol is a waxy substance derived from sheep's wool. It functions as an emollient and emulsifier in medicines, helping blend oil and water-based ingredients while softening the product's texture.
  • UNII A2I8C7HI9T
    Methylparaben is a preservative derived from benzoic acid that prevents growth of bacteria, fungi, and mold in medicines. It extends the product's shelf life and maintains safety during storage.
  • UNII I9O0E3H2ZE
    Paraffin is a waxy, petroleum-derived substance used as a coating, lubricant, and hardening agent in tablets and capsules. It helps protect the medicine from moisture and gives pills a smooth finish.
  • UNII Z8IX2SC1OH
    Propylparaben is a chemical preservative used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and personal care products. It helps extend shelf life and maintain product safety during storage.
  • UNII CW657OBU4N
    A plant extract from thyme used as a flavoring agent and preservative in medicines. It adds taste and aroma while helping protect the product from spoilage.
  • UNII R0ZB2556P8
    Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E derived from plant oils. It acts as an antioxidant in medicines to prevent oils and fats from breaking down and spoiling during storage.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
  • UNII 7G1J5DA97F
    White wax is a refined, bleached plant-based or mineral wax that serves as a coating and hardening agent in medicines. It helps control how fast the drug dissolves and improves the product's texture and appearance.

13 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also statesbenzoic acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohols, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thymus vulgaris (thyme) flower/leaf oil, tocopherols excipient, white wax

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerHaleon US Holdings LLC
FDA applicationM015 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code00573
First marketedMar 2004
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio405 products on file

More NDCs from Haleon US Holdings LLC labeler code 00573

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Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose 📄 Ask a Doctor Before Use If 📄 Ask a Doctor or Pharmacist Before Use If 📄 When Using This Product 📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 🤰 If Pregnant or Breast-Feeding 📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 📄 Questions or Comments 📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel
🎯 Indications and Usage 41 words ▾

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

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 120 words ▾

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

⚠️ Warnings 126 words ▾

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.

🧪 Active Ingredient 10 words ▾

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS Mineral oil 14% Petrolatum 74.9% Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 28 words ▾

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS benzoic acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohols, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thymus vulgaris (thyme) flower/leaf oil, tocopherols excipient, white wax

🎯 Purpose 4 words ▾

PURPOSES Protectant Protectant Vasoconstrictor

📄 Ask a Doctor Before Use If 26 words ▾

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 21 words ▾

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 16 words ▾

When using this product do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor.

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 27 words ▾

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 10 words ▾

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 19 words ▾

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

📄 Questions or Comments 15 words ▾

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Call weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-800-99PrepH or 1-800-997-7374.

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ~2 min read ▾

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Label THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS AN OUTER CARTON. DO NOT BUY IF OUTER CARTON IS MISSING. PREPARATION H ® 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 NET WT 1 OZ (28 g) Principal Display Panel - 28 g Tube Label

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Carton PREPARATION H ® 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 NET WT 1 OZ (28 g) Principal Display Panel - 28 g Tube Carton

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Label - PAA119867 PREPARATION H ® HEMORRHOIDAL OINTMENT Prevents Further Irritation Prompt, Soothing Relief from Painful Burning, Itching, & Discomfort Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue Protects Irritated Tissue Relieves Internal & External Discomfort NET WT

1.0 OZ (28 g) PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Label - PAA119867

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Carton - PAA119868 PREPARATION H ® HEMORRHOIDAL OINTMENT Prevents Further Irritation New Look, SAME SIZE! Prompt, Soothing Relief from Painful Burning, Itching, & Discomfort Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue Protects Irritated Tissue Relieves Internal & External Discomfort 1 TUBE | NET WT 1 OZ (28 g) PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28 g Tube Carton - PAA119868

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 57 g Tube Label PREPARATION H ® HEMORRHOIDAL OINTMENT Prevents Further Irritation Prompt, Soothing Relief from Painful Burning, Itching, & Discomfort Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue Protects Irritated Tissue Relieves Internal & External Discomfort NET WT

2.0 OZ (57 g) PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 57 g Tube Label

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 57 g Tube Carton PREPARATION H ® HEMORRHOIDAL OINTMENT Prevents Further Irritation Prompt, Soothing Relief from Painful Burning, Itching, & Discomfort Shrinks Swollen Hemorrhoidal Tissue Protects Irritated Tissue Relieves Internal & External Discomfort 1 TUBE | NET WT 2 OZ (57 g) PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 57 g Tube Carton

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗

Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Cocoa butter, phenylephrine hydrochloride, and witch hazel — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Haemorrhage18
Fatigue13
Rectal Haemorrhage12
Diarrhoea11
Haemorrhoids9
Headache9
Pain8

Age at onset

Adult1
Elderly3

Reporter sex

127 reports
Male · 37%
Female · 63%
Unknown · 1%
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2024 2025 2026 7 1
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The form printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed is the one the FDA registered. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero and the dashes are dropped. The Identity section at the top of this page lists each form of this code.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by Haleon US Holdings LLC. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 6 other package presentations of this same product, including 1 tube (00573-2871-10), 1 tube (00573-2871-20), 1 tube (00573-2871-91). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Haleon US Holdings LLC is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.
← 00573-2868-10 · Haleon 00573-2880-31 · Haleon →
For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.