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adults and children 2 years of age and older:
apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
children under 2 years of age:
do not use. Ask a doctor.
for external anal itching:
adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product.
children under 12 years of age with external anal itching: ask a doctor