Quick answers
- What is Mineral oil, petrolatum and phenylephrine used for?
- The Drug Facts label of Hemorrhoidal (Bionpharma Inc.) lists these uses: Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids; Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning; Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts; Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful.
- Do I need a prescription for Mineral oil, petrolatum and phenylephrine?
- No. The products on this page are sold without a prescription (over the counter).
- Is a store brand the same as the name brand?
- Products listed together below have the same active ingredients, in the same amount and the same form, as registered with the FDA. Inactive ingredients (such as colors, flavors and fillers) and package sizes can differ. Compare the “Active ingredient” box on both packages, and ask a pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Has Mineral oil, petrolatum and phenylephrine been recalled?
- No recall linked to these products appears in the FDA enforcement reports we use.
Drug Facts label
Every over-the-counter medicine must carry a “Drug Facts” box in the same order, set by FDA rules. Below is the label of one product for each common strength and form, quoted word for word. Your own package can differ (for example, children’s products have other directions): always follow the label on your package.
Hemorrhoidal · Bionpharma Inc.
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25%, ointment (topical)
Active ingredient
Mineral Oil 14% Petrolatum 74.9% Phenylephrine HCI 0.25%
Purpose
Protectant Protectant Vasoconstrictor
Uses
- Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
- Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning
- Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts
- Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Warnings
For external and/or intrarectal use only
Ask a doctor before use if
you have
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.
When using this product
do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
- bleeding occurs
- introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain If pregnant or breast- feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- Adults: When practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing pad. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying ointment.
- Apply to affected areas up to 4 times daily.
- EXTERNAL USE: Apply to affected area
- FOR INTRARECTAL USE:
- Remove cover from the applicator
- Attach applicator to tube
- Lubricate applicator well, then gently insert applicator into the rectum
- Thoroughly clean applicator after each use and replace cover
- Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Inactive ingredients
benzoic acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohols, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thyme oil, vitamin E, white wax
— FDA label of Hemorrhoidal, Bionpharma Inc., effective March 31, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Careone Hemorrhoidal · American Sales Company
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25%, ointment (rectal)
Active ingredient
Mineral oil 14% Petrolatum 74.9% Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%
Purpose
Protectant Vasoconstrictor
Uses
- helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
- temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning
- temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts
- temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Warnings
For external and/or intrarectal use only
Ask a doctor before use if
you have
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes
- difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.
When using this product
do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- bleeding occurs
- condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
- introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
- 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 ointment.
- when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap
- apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
- intrarectal use: remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum, thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace cover
- also apply ointment to external area
- regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms
- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor Other information
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
benzoic acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, corn oil, glycerin, lanolin, lanolin alcohols, methylparaben, mineral oil, paraffin, propylparaben, purified water, thymus vulgaris (thyme) oil, tocopheryl acetate, white wax Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260
Questions?
1-800-719-9260
— FDA label of Careone Hemorrhoidal, American Sales Company, effective January 29, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Hemorrhoidalcreamprocure · Twin Med, LLC
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25%, cream (topical)
Active ingredient
Mineral Oil (14% w/w)............................................. Skin Protectant Petrolatum (74.9% w/w)........................................... Skin Protectant Phenylephrine HCl (0.25% w/w).................. Vasoconstrictor
Purpose
Mineral Oil (14% w/w)............................................. Skin Protectant Petrolatum (74.9% w/w)........................................... Skin Protectant Phenylephrine HCl (0.25% w/w).................. Vasoconstrictor
Uses
Helps relieve the anorectal symptoms associated with hemorrhoids (pain, soreness, burning) Temporarily reduces the swelling associated with irritated hemorrhoidal tissue and other anorectal disorders
Warnings
For external use only
Ask a doctor before use if
you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.
When using this product
do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor if
bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days an allergic reaction develops the symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or other symptoms develop or increase
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Adults: when possible, clean affected area with mild soap or warm water, rinse thoroughly, and then gently dry (patting or blotting) with tissue or soft cloth before use To use applicator, attach it to the tube, lubricate well, then gently insert part way into anus and squeeze tube to deliver medication. Thoroughly cleanse applicator after use with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly Apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, when waking up and after each bowel movement Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Alpha Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Benzoic Acid, Butylated Hydroxyanisole, Corn Oil, Glycerin, Lanolin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG-100 Stearate, Propylene Glycol, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf Oil, White Wax
— FDA label of Hemorrhoidalcreamprocure, Twin Med, LLC, effective August 3, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
ProCure Hemorrhoidal · Twin Med LLC
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25%, ointment (rectal, topical)
Active ingredient
Mineral Oil 14% Petrolatum 74.9% Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%
Purpose
Mineral Oil 14%......................Protectant Petrolatum 74.9%...................Protectant Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%......Vasoconstrictor
Uses
Uses helps relieve the local ithcing and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning temporarity provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Warnings
Warnings for external and / or intrarectal use only. Ask doctor before use if you have Ask doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
you
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression
When using this product
When using this product
do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if
Stop use and ask a doctor if
bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain
If pregnant or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
Directions Adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing pad. Genrly dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying ointment. INTERARECTAL USE: remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum, thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace the cover. EXTERNAL USE: apply to affected area Apply to affected area up to 4 times daily Children under 12 yeras of age: consult a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients: Benzoic Acid, Betylated Hydroxyanisole, Corn Oil, Glycerin, Lanolin, Lanolin Alcohols, Methylparaben, Mineral Oil, Paraffin, Propylparaben, Purifed Water, Thyme Oil, Vitamin E, White Wax
— FDA label of ProCure Hemorrhoidal, Twin Med LLC, effective June 15, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Family Care Hemorrhoidal · United Exchange Corp
Mineral oil 140 mg/100 g · Petrolatum 749 mg/100 g · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 2.5 mg/100 g, ointment (topical)
Active ingredient
Purpose Mineral oil 14%.........................................................Protectant Petrolatum 74.9%.....................................................Protectant Phenylephrine HCl 0.25%...................................Vasoconstrictor
Purpose
Uses helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieve burning temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Uses
Directions 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 ointment when first opening tube, peel back foil seal apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement intrarectal use: remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace cover also apply ointment to external area regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Warnings
For external use only / or intrarectal use only
Ask a doctor before use if
you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland diabetes Ask a doctor or a pharmacist before use if you are now taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression
When using this product
do not use more than the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if
rectal bleeding occurs condition gets worse or does not get better within 7 days introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a physician before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Distributed by: United Exchange Corp Cypress, CA 90630 USA Made in China
Inactive ingredients
alpha.-tocopherol acetate, alcohol, glycerin, lanolin, methylparaben, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, stearyl alcohol, thyme oil, purified water, white wax
— FDA label of Family Care Hemorrhoidal, United Exchange Corp, effective October 22, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
ER Hemorrhoid · Ever Ready First Aid
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25%, cream (rectal)
Active ingredient
Mineral Oil 14% Petrolatum 74.9% Phenylephrine HCI 0.25%
Purpose
Protectant Protectant Vasoconstrictor
Uses
helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Warnings
For external use only.
Ask a doctor before use if
you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression
When using this product
do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if
bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days introduction of applicator into the rectum causes additional pain
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a healthcare professional before use
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
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 ointment when first opening the tube, puncture foil seal secured on tube apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement intrarectal use:remove cover from applicator, attach applicator to tube, lubricate applicator well and gently insert applicator into the rectum thoroughly cleanse applicator after each use and replace cover also apply ointment to external area regular use provides continual therapy for relief of symptoms children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
beeswax, ceteareth-20, cetostearyl alcohol, glycerin
— FDA label of ER Hemorrhoid, Ever Ready First Aid, effective February 2, 2024. See the official label on DailyMed →
This page is not medical advice. Read the label on your package, and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure a medicine is right for you, for your child, or with your other medicines.
Same medicine, other brands
Each group lists the products that have exactly the same active ingredients, in the same amount and form, as registered with the FDA (NDC Directory). A store brand in the same group has the same medicine as the name brand; inactive ingredients, flavors and package sizes can differ. Each product links to its own official label.
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25% · ointment (topical) · 25 products
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 0.25 % PHENYLEPHRINE HCl HEMORRHOIDAL | Nantong Health & Beyond Hygienic Products Inc. | DailyMed |
| 0.25 % PHENYLEPHRINE HCl HEMORRHOIDAL | Universal Distribution Center LLC | DailyMed |
| CAREALL Hemorrhoidal | New World Imports, Inc | DailyMed |
| Drs pharmacy HEMORRHOIDAL | OL PHARMA TECH, LLC Drs PHARMACY | DailyMed |
| Family wellness | Front Pharmaceutical PLC | DailyMed |
| Family Wellness Hemorrhoidal | Family Dollar Services, Inc | DailyMed |
| GNP Hemorrhoidal | Amerisource Bergen | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoid Anesthetic | Universal Distribution Center LLC | — |
| Hemorrhoidal | Bionpharma Inc. | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Cardinal Health 110 dba LEADER | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc. | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Cvs Pharmacy, Inc | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Rugby | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal Pain Relief | Neilmed Pharmaceuticals Inc. | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal Pain Relief | Walgreens | DailyMed |
| HemorrhoidalOintment | Pharmacy Value Alliance, LLC | DailyMed |
| HemorrhoidalOintment | Trifecta Pharmaceuticals USA LLC | DailyMed |
| Preparation H | Haleon US Holdings LLC | DailyMed |
| Signature Care Hemorrhoidal | Better Living Brands, LLC | DailyMed |
| TheraPlus Plus | Zhejiang Jingwei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | DailyMed |
| Walgreens | Walgreens | DailyMed |
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25% · ointment (rectal) · 22 products
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Care Hemorrhoidal | Amazon.com Services LLC | DailyMed |
| Careone Hemorrhoidal | American Sales Company | DailyMed |
| DG Health Hemorrhoidal | Dolgencorp, LLC | DailyMed |
| Equaline Hemorrhoidal | United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI | DailyMed |
| Equate Hemorrhoidal | Wal-Mart Stores Inc | DailyMed |
| Exchange Select Hemorrhoidal | Army & Air Force Exchange Service | DailyMed |
| Foster and Thrive Hemorrhoidal | Strategic Sourcing Services LLC | DailyMed |
| Good Sense Hemorrhoidal | L. Perrigo Company | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Amazon.com Services LLC | — |
| Hemorrhoidal | Bryant Ranch Prepack | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Kroger Company | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Meijer Distribution Inc | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | NeilMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Proficient Rx LP | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Publix Super Markets Inc | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Rite Aid Corporation | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Safeway | DailyMed |
| Hemorrhoidal | Sportpharm LLC | DailyMed |
| Signature Care Hemorrhoidal | Safeway | DailyMed |
| TheraCare Hemorrhoidal | Veridian Healthcare | DailyMed |
| Topcare Hemorrhoidal | Topco Associates LLC | DailyMed |
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25% · cream (topical) · 2 products
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25% · ointment (rectal, topical) · 2 products
Mineral oil 140 mg/100 g · Petrolatum 749 mg/100 g · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 2.5 mg/100 g · ointment (topical) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Family Care Hemorrhoidal | United Exchange Corp | DailyMed |
Mineral oil 14% · Petrolatum 74.9% · Phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25% · cream (rectal) · 1 product
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| ER Hemorrhoid | Ever Ready First Aid | DailyMed |
What pharmacies pay (NADAC)
The National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) is the average price U.S. retail pharmacies paid to buy one unit of a medicine (one tablet, one mL or one gram), from a monthly survey of pharmacy invoices by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). State Medicaid programs use it to pay pharmacies.
This is not the price you pay. What you pay depends on your insurance (copay or coinsurance), your pharmacy and any discounts, and pharmacies also charge for filling a prescription. Ask your pharmacist or your health plan what your price will be.
| Strength and form | Generic or brand | Pharmacies pay |
|---|---|---|
| mineral oil 14% · petrolatum 74.9% · phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25% ointment | Generic | $0.0583 per gram |
NADAC list of November 4, 2026; these prices took effect on October 21, 2026. Shown only where a package’s NDC code matches the NADAC list exactly, and only for that exact strength and form: nothing is averaged across strengths. Strengths and forms not listed here have no NADAC price.
Source: NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) 2026, data.medicaid.gov (CMS) →
Companies that sell this medicine
The company named on the package (maker or distributor), as listed in the FDA NDC Directory, with its number of over-the-counter products of this medicine.
- Trifecta Pharmaceuticals USA LLC4 products
- New World Imports, Inc2 products
- Amazon.com Services LLC2 products
- Walgreens2 products
- NeilMed Pharmaceuticals Inc.2 products
- Twin Med LLC2 products
- Safeway2 products
- Zhejiang Jingwei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.2 products
- Universal Distribution Center LLC2 products
- Haleon US Holdings LLC1 product
- Meijer Distribution Inc1 product
- Rugby1 product
- Sportpharm LLC1 product
- Bionpharma Inc.1 product
- United Exchange Corp1 product
- Front Pharmaceutical PLC1 product
- United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI1 product
- American Sales Company1 product
- Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd1 product
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc1 product
- Cvs Pharmacy, Inc1 product
- Ever Ready First Aid1 product
- Kroger Company1 product
- Topco Associates LLC1 product
- Proficient Rx LP1 product
- Dolgencorp, LLC1 product
- Winco Foods, LLC1 product
- Pharmacy Value Alliance, LLC1 product
- Strategic Sourcing Services LLC1 product
- Bryant Ranch Prepack1 product
Showing the 30 companies with the most products, of 42.
Recalls
No recall linked to these products (by their NDC code or label) appears in the FDA enforcement reports.
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Sources
- Drug labeling (SPL, openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- NDC Directory (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- Drug recall enforcement reports (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 27, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- FDA rule for the Drug Facts label (21 CFR 201.66)
Only medicines marketed under FDA rules for nonprescription drugs (an FDA monograph or an FDA approval) are listed. Homeopathic products are not listed: the FDA does not evaluate them for safety or effectiveness.