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I accidentally used phenylephrine hcl 0.25% hemorrhoid gel on my back (instead of hydrocortisone 1%). should i be alarmed? i'm 5 months pregnant.

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Dr. David Earle answered

Should be fine: You should be fine, but you should check with the pharmacist or your OB doc to be sure. Hope this helps!

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 6/19/2015

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A member asked:

I accidentally used phenylephrine hcl 0.25% hemorrhoid gel on my back (instead of hydrocortisone 1%). should i be alarmed? i'm 5 months pregnant.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Earle answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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