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Witch hazel has been used to relieve swelling, bleeding, itching, minor pain, and discomfort caused by minor skin irritations (e.g., cuts, scrapes, insect bites). It is also used to relieve itching, discomfort, irritation, and burning caused by hemorrhoids.Some herbal/diet supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details about the brand you use.The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
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Witch Hazel-Glycerin (Hamamel)
Uses
Witch hazel has been used to relieve swelling, bleeding, itching, minor pain, and discomfort caused by minor skin irritations (e.g., cuts, scrapes, insect bites). It is also used to relieve itching, discomfort, irritation, and burning caused by hemorrhoids.Some herbal/diet supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details about the brand you use.The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Notes
- Keep all regular medical and laboratory appointments.
Storage
- Refer to storage information printed on the package.
- If you have any questions about storage, ask your pharmacist.
- Keep all medications and herbal products away from children and pets.
How To Use
- Apply this product to the affected area as directed.
- Follow all directions and warnings on the product package.
- If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
- If you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
Side Effects
- There are no reports of any side effects due to this product.
- However, tell the doctor if you experience any unpleasant effects while using this product.A very serious allergic reaction to this product is rare.
- However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before using witch hazel, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.During pregnancy, this product should be used only when clearly needed.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this product passes into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
Drug Interactions
- Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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