Phenylephrine + Mineral oil + Petrolatum rectal prep
Indications
Phenylephrine + Mineral oil + Petrolatum rectal prep is used for:
Adult Dose
Hemorrhoids
Apply externally to cleansed hemorrhoidal area or in the lower portion of the anal canal
May apply up to 4 times/day, especially at night, in the morning, or after bowel movement that may exacerbate hemorrhoid(s)
Child Dose
Hemorrhoids
<12 years: Use is dependent on patient and if benefit outweighs risk
12 years or older: Apply externally to cleansed hemorrhoidal area or in the lower portion of the anal canal
May apply up to 4 times/day, especially at night, in the morning, or after bowel movement that may exacerbate hemorrhoid(s)
Renal Dose
Administration
For application in the lower anal canal, remove cover from dispensing cap and attach dispensing cap to tube
Intrarectal use: Intrarectal use: Remove cover from applicator and attach applicator to ointment tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into rectum; clean applicator after each use and replace cover
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity
Precautions
For external use only
Contains phenylephrine, caution with heart disease, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, or prostatic hypertrophy
Discontinue and contact physician if hemorrhoids worsen or do not improved within 7 days
Discontinue if bleeding, allergic reaction, redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or other symptoms develop or increase
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Phenylephrine + Mineral oil + Petrolatum rectal prep :
Frequency Not Defined
Allergic reaction
Mechanism of Action
Phenylephrine: Alpha adrenergic agonist; elicits localized vasoconstriction and decreases inflammation
Mineral oil: Emollient; softens stool in colon by retarding colonic absorption of fecal water
Petrolatum: Provides moisturizing and lubricating effects