Asteroid
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Uses of Asteroid
Established uses
- Uses helps relieve burning, soreness, and itching by providing rapid acting cooling barrier ointment for external hemorrhoids and minor anal irritation.
How to take Asteroid
Directions Adults: Apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement.
Dosage
Follow the dose prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. The ranges below are general information, not a personal prescription.
- Adults
- Directions Adults: Apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement.
Side effects of Asteroid
Warnings and who should not take it
Warnings and precautions
- Warnings For external use only.
- Do Not Use Do not use if you are bleeding from the anal region.
- When using this product Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by the doctor.
- Do not put into rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator.
- Possible side effects may include a brief cooling or heating sensation on application.
- Stop use and ask a doctor if If allergic to the ointment or any of it's ingredients Bleeding occurs in the anal region Condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days.
Frequently asked questions
What is Asteroid used for?
Uses helps relieve burning, soreness, and itching by providing rapid acting cooling barrier ointment for external hemorrhoids and minor anal irritation..
How should I take Asteroid?
Directions Adults: Apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement.
Medicine information on IMCURE is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for diagnosis, prescription or medical advice. Always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. Real product image from the U.S. National Library of Medicine's DailyMed listing for Asteroid (Menthol, Petrolatum, Zinc Oxide) Ointment. Packaging varies by brand and manufacturer.