Glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical

Glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine that helps to temporarily relieve pain, itching, discomfort, burning, and irritation caused by hemorrhoids.

Glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical may also be used for other reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.

Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine.

Do not apply glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical directly in the rectum using your fingers, any mechanical device, or applicator.

When possible, clean the affected area with warm water and mild soap, and rinse thoroughly. Dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before using glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical.

Apply glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical to the affected area up to 6 times a day or after having a bowel movement. Discard pad in the trash and wash hands after application.

If needed, clean the affected area and place wipe in contact with irritated area. Leave in place for up to 15 minutes.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed. Inform your healthcare provider if you are using other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

You should not use glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor before using glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical and call your doctor right away if you have:

• rectal bleeding;
• redness, irritation, swelling, or pain that develop or get worse; or
• if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse within 7 days.

Less serious side effects may be more likely, or you may have none at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical is used as needed. If you are following a dosing schedule and miss a dose, skip it. Do not use two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if someone has accidentally swallowed the medicine.

Do not get glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical in your eyes or mouth.

Rinse with water if glycerin, lidocaine, and witch hazel topical gets in your eyes or mouth.

Medicine applied to the skin is not likely to be influenced by other drugs you take, but many drugs can interact. Inform your doctor about all your current medications, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.