Preparation H® Ointment Review

Preparation H® Ointment works on internal and external hemorrhoids. One of the things it does is shrink swollen hemorrhoids which in turn reduces the burning and itching. Because it coats the tissues, it also keeps the tissue from further irritation and this makes bowel movements easier because there is not the usual pain association with the bowel movement.

Also, while it is easily applied externally, it can also be applied into the opening of the anal canal and help reduce internal hemorrhoids. Use the applicator to do this.

Before applying, take the protective cover off the applicator and attach the applicator to the tube. Lubricate the applicator and gently insert it into the rectum. Clean the application very thoroughly after each use and put the protective cover back on. To clean the applicator, wash it with rubbing alcohol and rinse thoroughly with plain water. Rinse it well with water because the alcohol can irritate your rectal tissue.

How Does It Work?

You should apply Preparation H® Ointment four times daily with emphasis on applying it at night, in the morning and after each bowel movement. If you keep applying Preparation H® Ointment you can get ongoing relief from hemorrhoids and if this is combined with anti-constipation techniques, you could easily be hemorrhoid free permanently.

Preparation H® Ointment contains protectants petroleum, light mineral oil, and shark liver oil and Phenylephrine HCl which is a vasoconstrictor. Phenylephrine is a drug that constricts blood vessels. Because hemorrhoids are really swollen and inflamed veins, phenylephrine shrinks the vessels and this relieves the pressure and pain of hemorrhoids.

Direction Of Use

Ideally Preparation H® Ointment can be used for seven days. Check with a doctor before using Preparation H® Ointment for children under 12 years of age. Also check before using if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, diabetes, and a problem with urination because of an enlarged prostate gland.

If you are pregnant or breast feeding, check with your doctor before using. If you are using it and you begin bleeding, your hemorrhoids get worse – or even just don’t improve, or if using the application is painful, then you should see your doctor. Under no circumstance, swallow any of the ointment. If you do or a child does, call the local Poison Control Center.

Where To Buy?

Preparation H® Ointment is available in 1 ounce and 2 ounce tubes. It is manufactured by the Wyeth healthcare company. There is more information on their website, www.preparationh.com/hemorrhoid_medications/ointment.asp.

The makers of Preparation H offer advice on how the change your lifestyle to prevent the reoccurrence of hemorrhoids. While the company offers six formulas, the ointment is one of the most commonly used treatments for hemorrhoids.

Preparation H® Ointment is available over the counter at any pharmacy. It is a great relief for hemorrhoid sufferers and it works fast and is very effective. The thing you have to remember is that it will not eliminate hemorrhoids permanently but it goes a long way toward ridding you of the itch and burning of hemorrhoids. All you have to do is combine it with dietary changes to make your hemorrhoids disappear forever.

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