HemorrhoidalOintment Mineral Oil, Petrolatum, Phenylephrine HCI 74.9 g/100g; .25 g/100g; 14 g/100g Ointment
🆔 Identity & classification
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🏷️ RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Softeners, emollients class.
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🩺 Clinical
This is a topical ointment marketed as an over-the-counter hemorrhoidal product under FDA's OTC monograph rules. It contains mineral oil and petrolatum, which are typically used as emollients and lubricants to soften stool and reduce friction, and phenylephrine hydrochloride, a decongestant that is commonly used to temporarily shrink swollen tissue. The combination is intended for application to the external anal area.
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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.
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Cetyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping blend oil and water components and giving products a smooth, creamy texture.
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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.
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A synthetic cleansing agent derived from lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide. It helps dissolve and mix oil and water-based ingredients in liquid medicines, acting as an emulsifier and solubilizer.
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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.
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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.
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Stearyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from natural oils or made synthetically. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping mix ingredients together and give the product the right texture.
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Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honeybees. In medicines, it works as a coating agent and thickener to control how fast the drug dissolves and improve the product's texture and appearance.
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| 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. | |
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| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 69396-0083-01 You're viewing this | 1 TUBE in 1 BOX (69396-083-01) / 28 g in 1 TUBE | 2021-06-28 | Active |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
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 profects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
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. 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 ▾
Warnings For external and/or anorectal use only Ask 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 doctor before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Other Information Store at room temperature 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) Do not use if tube seal is broken or missing Questions? Call 1-888-296-9067
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active Ingredient Phenylephrine HCI 0.25%
Active Ingredient Mineral Oil 14%
Active Ingredient Petrolatum 74.9%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive Ingredients Beeswax, Benzoic Acid, Cetyl alcohol, Glycerol Methylparaben, Polyoxyethylene lauryl ether, Propylparaben, Stearyl alcohol
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Vasoconstrictor
Purpose Protectant
Purpose Protectant