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How to use Preparation H Ointment With Applicator
Follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Use this product up to 4 times daily, usually in the morning and bedtime, or after each bowel movement or as directed by your doctor
Before use, clean the area with mild soap and water, rinse well, and pat dry.
Remove the protective cover from the applicator tip, attach the applicator tip to the medication tube, and place a small amount of ointment on the applicator tip. Gently insert the applicator tip into the rectum and squeeze the tube to apply a small amount of this medication. Also apply some medication to the outside of the anus.
After each use, clean the applicator tip well and replace the protective cover.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not use more often or for a longer time than recommended.
If symptoms do not improve within 7 days, if bleeding/worsening pain occurs, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, consult your doctor promptly.
Side Effects
This medication does not usually have bothersome side effects when used as directed. Mild pain/stinging may occur if the rectal tissue is raw or bleeding. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: fast/irregular heartbeat, pounding headache, nervousness, shakiness (tremor), trouble sleeping.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Precautions
Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to any of its ingredients; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product: diabetes, heart problems (such as chest pain, heart attack), high blood pressure, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), difficult urination due to blockage (for example, due to an enlarged prostate).
Do not use this product in children 12 years or younger without talking with the doctor.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Consult your pharmacist or physician.
Interactions
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug are: MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, metaxalone, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine), drugs to treat high blood pressure (including guanethidine, beta blockers such as metoprolol).
Some products have ingredients that could raise your heart rate or blood pressure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products or diet aids).
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Overdose
This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
To maintain normal bowel function and reduce the risk of hemorrhoids, eat a proper diet high in fiber, drink 6 to 8 glasses of water each day, and exercise regularly.
If you are using this product on a regular schedule and miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Store at room temperature. Different brands of this medication may have different storage needs. Check the product package for instructions on how to store your brand, or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
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I also use for anal itching. It really does reduce the swelling associated with hemorrhoids.
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I have had severe pain inserting the suppositories.
After doing this for two days I will stop. Just bought Planetary Herbals Horse Chestnut cream. Have no idea how effective this will be, but wanted to put it out there for those of you who want to research.
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I’m in my mid-30’s; developed pain inflammation and hemorrhoids after a long stay in the hospital, and from constipation once I got out. I first used an ointment (generic formulation,) and that worked great. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to apply this medicine–which is just Phenylephrine [an allergy medication in oral form]–as deeply as I needed to relieve the entirety of my pain and inflammation. So I got these suppositories. I put the suppository in the fridge first, to make sure it was solid. Insertion was easy, and smooth. It took a couple minutes for the weird feeling of having the stick up there to go away/adjust to it; but it works as advertised.
I have no complaints. I’m not sure what these negative reviewers are talking about, since phenylephrine is so well tolerated in general. But it’s your butt. Do what you think is best/offers the best relief. I *would* recommend this medicine to anyone experiencing hemorrhoids or the same symptoms I was experiencing. This medicine provided me with great relief.Read More Read Less
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Preparation H has never worked for my hemorrhoids. I have tried all the different types they have, and not only does it not work, but it actually aggravates them even more. Crap product.
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I have used Prep H all my life with no problems. I had an old tube left over that I hadn’t discarded. I purchased a new tube recently and used it and my gosh the worst burning ever! I compared the ingredients from the old tube to the new tube and many of the active ingredients had flip flopped to the inactive ingredients… and vice versa. Another point –the price was expensive in a large box with a very small tube inside. This is manipulation to the customer regarding the size they are purchasing. Even the internal insert tube was 75% smaller. Could the ingredient flip flop be the reason for the extreme burning? Don’t know but never buy this again! Never! Read More Read Less
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I swear by this product and it’s my first time. My rectum was bleeding, sore, and in so much pain. Witch hazel wasn’t working and neither was the ointment. So I was suggested to use pH suppositories. Not only was it soothing going up, but immediately the throbbing was coated. The bleeding was halted until I needed another one and after like 4 there was no more bleeding. And even tho my bowel movements prior didn’t hurt, everything after was coming out even more smoothly. Lifesaver for real!!!!
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I have used Preparation H for almost 50 years.
I always have a tube with me. It has saved me from operations. Thank you Preparation H.
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I have used the suppositories which usually mean 10 minutes of stomach cramps before it stopped. I contacted the company and asked if it was safe to use and never got a reply. Then I tried to use the cream ointment. After about 10 days of using 3 or 4 times a day I started bleeding so bad I had to wear a feminine napkin and the stool was full of blood. The bleeding would stop during the day but a few hours after application the bleeding resumed and lasted all night. After two days of heavy bleeding I stopped using the Preperation cream and my bleeding immediate!y stopped. I will never use any Preparation H products again.
I will be filing a complaint with the FDA.Read More Read Less
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After 1st suppository, swelling and pain reduced. Inserted another suppository 13 hours later, then all hell broke loose; couldn’t sit or stand. Thought it was a relapse so just applied a third suppository (not inserted) to the external area; started have shock waves all through my body and burning sensation in the area. I’ve used Anusol in the past and I didn’t have such a near-death experience. Only got this because Pharmacy didn’t have Anusol suppositories. Anyway, it took several washes to get the area clean of the ointment. Applied Shea butter for lubrication. ***USE PREPARATION H AT YOUR OWN PERIL***Read More Read Less
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After my pregnancy I had horrible hemorrhoids that cause serious pain even with loose watery stools and this has been the only thing to help me. After using it for a little over a week I no longer have pain or rectal bleeding with bowel movements.
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I could not remove the child proof cap. I was also unable to return since I tossed the box. Their online contact would not allow me to send a complaint only a question.
When I used the customer service number I was connected to India and someone who couldn’t understand what I was saying.
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I discovered that I do not have hemeroids. My cholesterol medication (Lipitor) confuses the brain into thinking you are severely itchu in the groin area, sometimes the hands and other areas. The treatment is using an antihistamine to convince the brain that you are not really itchy.
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I use this product whenever I have pain or bleeding from mild hemorrhoids.
It relieves itching, pain, and softens my stool so I am able to make a bowel movement without pain. 10/10
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Onlytemp relief and constant itching of the palms (hands) can not sleep
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I have had severe pain inserting the suppositories. After doing this for two days I will stop. Just bought Planetary Herbals Horse Chestnut cream. Have no idea how effective this will be, but wanted to put it out there for those of you who want to research.
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i read somewhere the side effects of this causes hemorrhoids – while using this after five days the hemorrhoids are getting worse probably because it does not help to kepp the area dry – right after using this the internal hemorrhoids just return along with external hemorrhoids that are just around the anus just beneath the skin – this causes dependence with no actual results.
Apart from this i have been following all the doctors advice about diet + water. This medication is causing an epidemic of hemorrhoid conditions in the general public. Another thing do not try apple cider vinegar for hemorrhoids – it stings for five minutes if you apply directly to hemorrhoids then you will be in pain for an entire week at the end of the days when the preparation h wears off – i believe it has a rebound effect then it has to be cleaned well with something like witch hazel then it has to be kept dry internal and external. Perhaps put tissue in your rectum at the end of the day to allow the inside to air dry just be careful because toilet tissue is bad for your skin – it is abrasive. Now i am about to try witch hazel injected into an aloe vera tube using an ink cartridge refiller that was never used. How to keep the internal area dry ??? The large bowel naturally dries with time however this is too slow perhaps for aloe with witch hazel if it has water content. Read More Read Less
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This medication is not effective for anal itching due to hemorrhoids.
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I used this to support bowl movements past a swollen prostrate but found it caused my blood to collect and rob me of normal blood flow in other areas of my body. This may explain several of the previous comments.
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Did not use it for long. I broke out in a rash on my arms and stomach that was very itchy.
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I also use for anal itching. It really does reduce the swelling associated with hemorrhoids.
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I had no idea that Preparation H could cause me to lose so much energy and cause a bit of a mental lapse ; and I only took it for a couple of days.
It did get rid of the hemorrhoid but the side effects were so bad to where as I would never recommend this product to anyone. It is the enemy; especially if you have any type of viruses or immune deficiencies.
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The Ministry of Education made recommendations for schools in case the epidemic situation worsens
November 3, 2020, 09:55
COVID-19 pandemic
MOSCOW, November 3.
/TASS/. In the event of a worsening epidemic situation, Russian schools should switch to distance learning, and readiness should be ensured in advance: Internet speed, availability of the necessary equipment and software should be taken into account, and teachers should be trained to work with digital services. This follows from the recommendations on the use of information technology in the educational process in the context of the spread of coronavirus in the new academic year.
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The document was prepared by the Ministry of Education in cooperation with the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media of the Russian Federation.
“Scenarios in which there is a high probability of mass outbreaks of morbidity cannot be completely excluded. <…> In such situations, instructions are needed for coordinated actions. They ensure the efficiency of all levels of education management and coordinate the actions of schools, and, therefore, reduce the potential damage to health and the well-being of students and school staff.
It is stipulated that all sanitary preventive measures taken today in schools make it possible to exclude a sharp deterioration in the epidemic situation.
Schoolchildren and parents
“Distance learning should not increase the burden on students, teachers and parents,” follows from the document. An educational institution should create an electronic information and educational environment that allows for synchronous and asynchronous interaction between a teacher and a student.
You should also use online educational platforms that are specifically designed for interaction between teachers and students. “The use of content sources, services and tools already mastered by students and teachers in their normal work will make the urgent transition to remote mode less painful,” the document explains.
It is noted that every effort should be made to prevent disparity among students due to technical or other restrictions associated with the transition to distance learning, therefore “it is necessary to identify and support the most vulnerable categories of students and their families.
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It is indicated that parents will be more demanding of the school in this situation, as they fear a decrease in the quality of education. In this regard, it is recommended to make the work of the teacher “as transparent as possible, interaction with parents – prompt and constructive: it is important to inform parents in a timely manner about the results of training, explain to them the principles of assessment and the existing problems that the student has.”
Preparing for the Transition
Recommendations suggest that in order for the transition to distance learning, both for the whole school and for an individual class, to be quick, preparations for this should begin in advance. The management of the educational institution should assess the speed of the Internet and, based on this, choose whether the student will receive assignments from the teacher and work with the material himself, or whether the training will be conducted on an online platform.
The second option involves the need to test the technical parameters of Internet access, create or update work accounts.
In addition, it is necessary to prepare equipment and regulations, organize appropriate training for teachers.
Management actions
When the decision is made, and the school or class is quarantined, the director should issue an order on the basis of existing regulations to switch to distance learning, as well as conduct a campaign to eliminate the shortage of computers, issue school computers and other necessary equipment students and teachers.
In addition, the management of the educational institution should mark the schedule and schedule of classes, the hotline phone number on the school website, organize parent meetings online, conduct explanatory work with parents, answer their questions, take personal control of students at risk of academic failure and social troubles.
Educational process
“The minimum level of interaction between a student and a teacher is the organization of self-study of the student. In this case, the teacher only sends assignments and checks them,” the recommendations say.
In this case, the student completes tasks in ordinary notebooks, if necessary, photographs and sends to the teacher what has been done, the teacher checks, makes notes, also, if necessary, photographs and returns to the student. Based on the analysis of the results, the teacher can make the necessary adjustments to the outline of subsequent lessons intended for a particular student.
It is noted that an acceptable level of quality of teaching in a distance format can be achieved if the teacher uses an asynchronous learning mode and ready-made package digital solutions. In this model, the teacher works on the educational platform and assigns tasks that are checked automatically.
“Flipped classroom”
At the same time, greater involvement of students in the work is achieved if the teacher conducts online lessons based on accessible educational platforms. In this case, the teacher is recommended to use the technology of blended learning in the “flipped class” format, when the main emphasis in online classes is on developing skills and abilities, interactive counseling, new material is given for self-learning.
“Flipped classroom” technology suits distance learning much more than a traditional lesson with an explanation of new material. The teacher can optimize routine tasks and use ready-made lessons from any of the available digital platforms. In this case, in an online lesson, he must necessarily interact with students: set them up for work, often ask questions, analyze assignments, etc.,” the document says.
The press service of the Ministry of Education TASS confirmed the authenticity of these recommendations. “The Ministry regularly provides methodological support to the regions on the issues of maintaining and implementing a high-quality educational process, these recommendations are intended and applied, first of all, in point cases, where schools or specific classes take certain measures to protect health. We note that that to date, schools closed due to COVID-19 are less than 0.02%,” the spokesman said.
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Komsomolsk is preparing for a possible worsening of the flood situation
In recent days, the level of the Amur near Komsomolsk has been growing.
According to experts’ forecasts, in the first days of September the water in the river may rise to the levels of adverse phenomena – 450 cm, and possibly to the levels of dangerous phenomena – 650 cm.
City authorities are preparing for a possible worsening of the flood situation. Last week, a meeting of the municipal commission for the prevention of emergencies was held, at which it was decided to check all the hydroprotective structures, as well as to alert the forces and means necessary to combat the flood.
On August 25, Komsomolsk dams were inspected by Anatoly Litvinchuk, deputy chairman of the regional government for the fuel and energy complex and housing and communal services, on behalf of the acting governor of the region Mikhail Degtyarev.
August 26, in the administration of the city of Yunosti, he held a meeting, which discussed preparations for the passage of the flood. According to Anatoly Alekseevich, the situation on the Amur is difficult, the forecasts are still alarming, a feature of this year is that the rise in water in the river, in comparison with 2013 and 2019years, comes with a delay of 18-20 days.
In addition, in case of heavy rains, unpleasant surprises, as in 2019, can be expected from the Silinka River and the Teply Klyuch stream.
Today, all stationary and temporary protective structures of Komsomolsk are in good condition, and are ready to withstand the elements. At the meeting, it was decided, in the event of a rise in water in the Amur to a mark of 550 cm, to proceed with backfilling 5 holes in temporary protective structures near the Mendeleev microdistrict. The holes were made last year, after the flood, to discharge water from a number of land plots in the private sector of Mendeleev, and to allow residents of the microdistrict to access the Amur. The soil necessary for the work has been prepared and is located nearby. Also, plugging of the gates at the Mylkinskaya dam is being prepared. The Department of Civil Defense and Emergencies of the city administration, together with public utilities, is checking the readiness for operation of the pumping group. The existing supply of bags will also be replenished, which, if necessary, will be filled with sand and used to strengthen protective structures.