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Shark liver oil

children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

Drug Facts

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Drug facts

Used for
  • 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
  • when first opening tube, remove foil seal
How to take it
Distributed By: UNITED EXCHANGE CORP. 17211 Valley View Ave.

What it is used for

Directions

  • 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
  • when first opening tube, remove foil seal
  • for intrarectal use: remove protective cover form applicator and attach to tube
  • lubricate applicator well, then gently insert applicator into the rectum
  • thoroughly clean applicator and replace protective cover after each use
  • apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement
  • also apply ointment to external area

What it does

Uses

  • helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids
  • temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue and relieves burning
  • temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts
  • temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful

How to take it

Distributed By:

UNITED EXCHANGE CORP.

17211 Valley View Ave.

Cerritos, CA 90703 USA

Made in Korea

While you are taking it

When using this product do not use more than the recommended daily dosage

Side effects, and when to stop

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • bleeding occurs
  • condition gets worse or does not get better within 7 days
  • introduction of the applicator into the rectum causes additional pain

What to say before you start

Ask a doctor before use if you have

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

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding

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

Warnings

Warnings

For external and/or intrarectal use only

Storing it

Other information

Store at 20 o to 25 o C (68 o to 77 o F)

Lot No. and Exp. Date: see box or see crimp of tube

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children.

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

Active ingredient

Active ingredients Purpose

Mineral oil 14%.................................................................Protectant

Petrolatum 71.9%.............................................................Protectant

Phenylephrine HCL 0.25%.................................................Vasoconstrictor

Shark liver oil 3.0%...........................................................Protectant

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Shark liver oil; [reviewed 2026 Aug 3; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/shark-liver-oil

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 3). Shark liver oil. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/shark-liver-oil

AMA 11th

Shark liver oil. sofidex. Reviewed August 3, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/shark-liver-oil

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