Hemorrhoidal (Witch Hazel) (witch hazel)
Astringents Topical Pads, Medicated (Ea)
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
USES: Witch hazel has been used to relieve swelling, bleeding, itching, minor pain, and discomfort caused by minor skin irritations (such as 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.
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Generic name: witch hazel
Drug class: Astringents
Therapeutic class: Anorectal Preparations
Reference product & biosimilars
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Hemorrhoidal (Witch Hazel):
- Hemorrhoids
- Proctitis
- Pruritus Ani
- Rectal Pain
Also known as: Proctalgia, Rectitis.
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Contraindications
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Less Frequent
- Contact dermatitis
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ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hemorrhoids | ||
| K64.0 | ICD10CM | First degree hemorrhoids |
| K64.8 | ICD10CM | Other hemorrhoids |
| K64.9 | ICD10CM | Unspecified hemorrhoids |
| O22.4 | ICD10CM | Hemorrhoids in pregnancy |
| O22.40 | ICD10CM | Hemorrhoids in pregnancy, unspecified trimester |
| O22.41 | ICD10CM | Hemorrhoids in pregnancy, first trimester |
| O22.42 | ICD10CM | Hemorrhoids in pregnancy, second trimester |
| O22.43 | ICD10CM | Hemorrhoids in pregnancy, third trimester |
| O87.2 | ICD10CM | Hemorrhoids in the puerperium |
| Proctitis | ||
| K62.7 | ICD10CM | Radiation proctitis |
| K62.89 | ICD10CM | Other specified diseases of anus and rectum |
| Pruritus ani | ||
| L29.0 | ICD10CM | Pruritus ani |
| L29.3 | ICD10CM | Anogenital pruritus, unspecified |
| Rectal pain | ||
| K62.89 | ICD10CM | Other specified diseases of anus and rectum |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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