Hemorid (rectal)

Hemorid is a decongestant that reduces the size of blood vessels. Enlarged blood vessels can lead to hemorrhoids.

Hemorid is applied to the rectum to help relieve itching, burning, irritation, and swelling caused by hemorrhoids.

Hemorid 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.

You may use Hemorid up to 4 times daily, especially after a bowel movement.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

Do not place Hemorid cream, gel, or ointment inside your rectum. These forms of phenylephrine rectal are for use only on the area around and just outside of your rectum.

Only the rectal suppository should be placed into the rectum.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if they get worse.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all the instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you are taking.

You should not use Hemorid if you are allergic to it or to any ingredients in Hemorid (often found in some cold or allergy medicines).

Check with a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have:

• heart disease;
• high blood pressure;
• an enlarged prostate or urinary issues;
• diabetes; or
• a thyroid disorder.

Consult a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Always consult a doctor before using Hemorid on a child. Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 2 years old.

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

Hemorid may cause serious side effects. Stop using Hemorid and call your doctor right away if you have:

• rectal bleeding;
• severe irritation inside or around your rectum; or
• increased blood pressure—severe headache, blurred vision, pounding in your neck or ears, anxiety, nosebleed.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and 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 FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since Hemorid rectal is used when needed, you are unlikely to miss a dose. Do not use Hemorid more than 4 times per day.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Do not take Hemorid (rectal) suppository by mouth. It is for use only in your rectum.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using over-the-counter medicines that may have ingredients similar to Hemorid (rectal).

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using Hemorid with any other medications, especially:

• blood pressure medication; or
• an MAO inhibitor--isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Hemorid, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.