Preparation H Rapid Relief with Lidocaine Cream
The relief you trust from Preparation H with lidocaine and phenylephrine to numb painful hemorrhoid symptoms and reduce swelling. Preparation H Rapid Relief with Lidocaine is a topical cream with a powerful combination of maximum-strength lidocaine, plus skin protectants that provide a soothing protective layer back there, to offer instant relief of hemorrhoid symptoms.
Rapid Relief with Lidocaine Cream has the highest strength lidocaine available for instant relief of hemorrhoid pain.
For better relief, use Medicated Wipes to cool, soothe and cleanse before applying Preparation H Rapid Relief with Lidocaine Cream. Use as directed.
RELIEVES: Pain, Burning, Itching, Swelling
USES: External
How to Apply Preparation H Ointment, Gels and Creams
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- Instantly numbs pain, itching and burning
- Reduces swelling
- Highest strength Lidocaine available
- Protects sensitive skin to prevent further irritation and to promote skin healing
- For the temporary relief of external discomfort
- 1 oz
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 this cream. Apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement.
For Internal Use:
- Wash your hands prior to applying. Try to use the bathroom before using to empty your bowels and bladder and ensure the affected area you plan to apply the cream to is clean.
- Remove the cover from the applicator and attach it to the tube.
- Squeeze ointment into the applicator to fill it and ensure the applicator is lubricated.
- Gently insert the applicator about an inch into your rectum and squeeze the tube to apply the ointment.
- Clean the applicator thoroughly between uses and avoid having any bowel movements (if possible) for up to three hours after applying the cream.
- Wash your hands after.
For children under 12 years of age, consult a doctor. Please read the package for product warnings and complete labeling information.
Preparation H Rapid Relief with Lidocaine contains the following ingredients:
- Glycerin (14.4%) – temporarily protects the affected area to make bowel movements less painful
- Lidocaine (5%) – a local anesthetic that helps relieve pain associated with hemorrhoids
- Phenylephrine HCl (0.25%) -- a vasoconstrictor that temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue
- White petrolatum (15%) – protectant to lubricate the affected area to make bowel movements more comfortable
Source Citations:
- Lidocaine – Mother to Baby. National Center for Biotechnology Information. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK582791/. Accessed 07/24/2024.
- About lidocaine for piles and itchy bottom. NHS. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/lidocaine-for-piles-and-itchy-bottom/about-lidocaine-for-piles-and-itchy-bottom/. Accessed 07/24/2024.
