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Preparation H Multi-Symptom Relief Hemorrhoidal Cream with Aloe - 0.9oz - 2 of 4Preparation H Multi-Symptom Relief Hemorrhoidal Cream with Aloe - 0.9oz - 3 of 4Preparation H Multi-Symptom Relief Hemorrhoidal Cream with Aloe - 0.9oz - 4 of 4
Preparation H Multi-Symptom Relief Hemorrhoidal Cream with Aloe - 0.9oz - 1 of 4

Preparation H Multi-Symptom Relief Hemorrhoidal Cream with Aloe - 0.9oz

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Highlights

  • Includes one 0.9 Ounce tube of Preparation H Maximum Strength Hemorrhoid Pain Relief cream.
  • Provides rapid hemorrhoid relief from pain, burning, itching & discomfort.
  • Preparation H is the #1 doctor recommended brand for hemorrhoid treatment. (1)
  • Proprietary hemorrhoid cream blend with vitamin E, panthenol and soothing aloe for multi-symptom relief.
  • The only over the counter hemorrhoid treatment cream with maximum strength pramoxine for multi-symptom relief.
  • HSA and FSA eligible item. Medicare Advantage OTC (MAOTC) eligible. *OTC benefits and eligible products vary by plan. Check your plan for specific details.

Description

If you're asking what to do for hemorrhoids that disrupt your day, turn to Preparation H Maximum Strength Pain Relief Cream. Among OTC brands, it is the only hemorrhoidial cream with maximum strength pramoxine for multi-symptom hemorrhoid relief. Apply up to four times daily for rapid hemorrhoid pain relief that can help you get back to what you want or need to do.Hemorrhoids can flare-up at any time with a variety of symptoms including anus itching, burning, pain and discomfort. In fact, 75% of American men and women experience symptoms of hemorrhoids in their lifetime. While symptoms and number of flare-ups can vary from person to person, Preparation H Maximum Strength Pain Relief Cream rapidly relieves external hemorrhoid discomfort. The smooth, cream formula is a unique blend with vitamin E, panthenol and soothing aloe to provide comfortable hemorrhoid treatment. (1) Provoice survey dated from May 2015-August 2017 supports Preparation H is the #1 doctor recommend brand.
Suggested Age: Adult Use Only
Health Facts: Contains Aloe
Product Warning: Keep out of reach of children
Product Form: Cream
Primary Active Ingredient: Phenylephrine
Package Quantity: 1
Net weight: .9 Ounces
TCIN: 15087996
UPC: 305732868936
Item Number (DPCI): 245-05-0742
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Active ingredients

glycerin (14.4%), phenylephrine hcl (0.25%), pramoxine hcl (1%), white petrolatum (15%).

Purpose

Purposes: Protectant, Vasoconstrictor, Local Anesthetic, Protectant.

Uses

Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful., Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts., Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue., For temporary relief of pain, soreness and burning., Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids.

Ask a doctor before use if

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

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression.

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.

Pregnancy/breast-feeding warning

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

For use

For external use only

Keep out of reach

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

When using

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.

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 cream. When first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap. Apply externally or in the lower portion of the anal canal only. Apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement. For application in the lower anal canal; remove cover from dispensing cap. Attach dispensing cap to tube. Lubricate dispensing cap well, then gently insert dispensing cap partway into the anus. Thoroughly cleanse dispensing cap after each use and replace cover. Children Under 12 Years of Age: Ask a doctor.

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 cream. When first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap. Apply externally or in the lower portion of the anal canal only. Apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement. For application in the lower anal canal; remove cover from dispensing cap. Attach dispensing cap to tube. Lubricate dispensing cap well, then gently insert dispensing cap partway into the anus. Thoroughly cleanse dispensing cap after each use and replace cover.

Children Under 12 Years of Age:

Ask a doctor.

Other information

Store at 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C).

Inactive ingredients

aloe barbadensis leaf extract, anhydrous citric acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cetyl alcohol, citric acid monohydrate, dexpanthenol, edetate disodium, glyceryl monostearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, polyoxyl lauryl ether, polyoxyl stearyl ether, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium benzoate, stearyl alcohol, tocopherols excipient, vitamin e acetate, xanthan gum.

Question or comments?

800-99PrepH

Ingredients:

active ingredients: glycerin, 14. 4%, purpose: protectant, phenylephrine hcl, 0. 25%, purposes: vasoconstrictor, pramoxine hcl, 1%, purpose: local anesthetic, white petrolatum, 15%, purposes: protectant. inactive ingredients: aloe barbadensis leaf extract, anhydrous citric acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cetyl alcohol, citric acid monohydrate, dexpanthenol, edetate disodium, glyceryl monostearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, polyoxyl lauryl ether, polyoxyl stearyl ether, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium benzoate, stearyl alcohol, tocopherols excipient, vitamin e acetate, xanthan gum.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 5.5 inches length x 2.1 inches width x 1.5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.1 pounds

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
See the return policy for complete information.

Q: Does this work for internal swelling?

submitted by Abby - 1 month ago

  • A: Thanks for the question, Abby. Preparation H Multi-Symptom Relief Hemorrhoidal Cream relieves both internal and external hemorrhoidal symptoms. It shrinks swollen hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves pain, itching, and discomfort.

    submitted byHaleon - 1 month ago
    Brand expert

Q: Does it come with applicator

submitted by Lisa - 2 months ago

  • A: Thanks for the question, Lisa. Yes, the Preparation H Multi-Symptom Relief Cream comes with a dispensing cap.

    submitted byHaleon - 2 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can this be use during pregnancy?

submitted by Whomustnotbename - 1 year ago

  • A: If you are pregnant or nursing a baby, please seek the advice of a healthcare professional before using Preparation H products.

    submitted byHaleon - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Does this have a strong smell?

submitted by CSanta - 1 year ago

  • A: Thank you for the question. Attributes such as smell are subjective to each individual consumer and can be perceived differently. Please be sure to read the directions and list of ingredients before use.

    submitted byHaleon - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Where is this located in the store? I couldn't find it anywhere, and felt stupid asking, lol.

submitted by Target Lover - 2 years ago

  • A: Aisle A10, on each of the online target products it says near the title which aisle it's located in. If your target is like mine lol it's probably in a locker glass case. So you will have to get a rep

    submitted bydina - 2 years ago

Q: In the drug facts, those "hci" should be "HCl" (lowercase L) for hydrochloride, which is super common in pharma. A global site fix/error: every medication with "hci" should be "HCl" (lower L)

submitted by Robert - 3 years ago

  • A: Hello, Robert. We appreciate you reaching out - your feedback is extremely important to us. We will share your comments internally. Thanks again.

    submitted byHaleon - 2 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: do you use this before or after a bowel mov't or both?

submitted by ML - 4 years ago

  • A: Apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning and after each bowel movement.

    submitted byGSK Consumer Healthcare - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can this be used on the private areas

submitted by Felicia - 5 years ago

  • A: Kindly refer to information with product (on product pack, label) carefully before using the product. If you are unsure whether a product is suitable for you, please consult your healthcare professional for advice.

    submitted byGSK Consumer Healthcare - 4 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is this safe to use while breastfeeding?

submitted by LJ - 7 years ago

  • A: As with any medicine, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using PREPARATION H® products.

    submitted byPfizer Representative - 7 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Does this work for external swelling?

submitted by PN - 8 years ago

  • A: Yes--it helps for inside and out. It takes a few applications-but it definitely is smoothly and helps shrink the swollen area.

    submitted byDarby - 8 years ago
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Additional product information and recommendations

4.6 out of 5 stars with 394 reviews
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82% would recommend
40 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
26 March, 2026

Very disappointing customer service

Gave me a little to no options for an item that was not available. It happened to be the one item that I really needed. Reallyshould be able to offer more options when an item is not available like shipping. Indicated not available in my area I live in the Metropolitanarea. There should not have been a reason why shipping was not available. This is why I don't hardly ever shop at target.
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Taylor is the best person, very fast, and friendly
Crystal
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quality: 5 out of 5
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3 out of 5 stars
10 November, 2025Verified purchase

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Bought at the request of a family member
AW
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5 out of 5 stars
29 September, 2025

Not to fix the problem, but definitely to help with the pain and itching

I like this product to help you soothe the pain and the itching, but it’s not enough for taking away the hemorrhoid. But it’s definitely a good addition.
Estephany
effectiveness: 4 out of 5
quality: 4 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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24 September, 2025Verified purchase

Works great

Got this for my man and it helped relieve pain and also heal quickly.
Casey
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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2 out of 5 stars
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4 September, 2025Verified purchase

No relief

Didn’t work at all. Get rash product for itching. The stuff made the itch more. The directions are bad too.
Thots
effectiveness: 1 out of 5
quality: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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15 August, 2025Verified purchase

Must gently. rub it in well for best resulfts

Works wonders when you have eaten spicy foods and your butt is producing more fire/heat than a space shuttle launch,
Callifornia dreaming
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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4 out of 5 stars
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30 July, 2025Verified purchase

Target messed up, but still good product

These work very well for me when I need them. Problem is that the last batch I got from Target was melted, and broke apart when I opened them. But that's Target's fault, not a flaw in the product itself.
ShadowCat
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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16 June, 2025Verified purchase

Ointment is better

I wanted a less greasy texture and tried this cream but I notice it’s not as effective in relief as the ointment.
Chickchick
effectiveness: 1 out of 5
quality: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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11 January, 2025Verified purchase

Buy for Hospital Bag!

Works! Must for postpartum Moms!
Fan of Target
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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11 December, 2024Verified purchase

Didn't work at all

Didn’t help one bit, the itch is still there.
Judy
quality: 1 out of 5
effectiveness: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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1 October, 2024

Definitely recommend

(Note: I only had a mild case, so YMMV) I used this cream only twice externally, and it healed my hemorrhoid within a couple days. Easy to apply, no burning, no oiliness. Within 2 hours of applying the first time, the hemorrhoid already shrank! Definitely recommend.
Elb
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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11 September, 2024Verified purchase

You know what this is for

It works as advertised, and offers relief
B2022
effectiveness: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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4 out of 5 stars
15 April, 2024
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Effective Relief

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This hemorrhoidal cream was unscented and a thick consistency. It came with a cap to allow easy application for hard to reach places. It was effective at relieving discomfort.
harlow121
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4 out of 5 stars
11 April, 2024
originally posted on influenster.com
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Cool

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this product complimentary I’m exchange for review purposes and I have this to my grandma and she used it and said it worked well, so Thankyou influenster
angelicaaaamonique
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5 out of 5 stars
11 April, 2024
originally posted on influenster.com
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My Go To Hemorrhoid Relief

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I don’t know what I would do without Preparation H. Unfortunately I have suffered from hemorrhoids for many years and I have tried many products to find any type of relief. There is nothing better than Preparation H for all of my hemorrhoids issues. It’s very soothing and it helps with the itching and burning almost immediately. I rely on it to get me through these rough times and it has never disappointed me.
hollyv37
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4 out of 5 stars
10 April, 2024
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Can’t try.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I didn’t realize this was for your butt when I signed up to review it. I don’t have problems in that area therefore can’t use this. I’ve used other prep h products before and I can say they are a good brand with quality products.
aceinbeautyland
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1 out of 5 stars
9 April, 2024
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disappointed

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] i didn’t need this so i gave it to a friend in need. they said it worked good for them and that they liked it! they recommended it for people that have the same problem.
novaking6
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1 out of 5 stars
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6 April, 2024Verified purchase

Do not buy

Absolutely horrible, it did not make the slightest difference. Do not waste your money!
C
quality: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
effectiveness: 1 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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5 April, 2024Verified purchase

Was hoping it worked..

I was hoping this worked after reading the reviews. Unfortunately I still have a Hemorrhoid in the area and it burns.
Disappointed
value: 1 out of 5
effectiveness: 1 out of 5
quality: 1 out of 5
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