Witch Hazel
Active ingredient
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- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical
- Markets covered
- 1
- Products on record
- 17
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 3
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Witch hazel is an ingredient used for relief of minor skin irritations [1]. It is approved to treat symptoms associated with insect bites, minor cuts, and minor scrapes [1].
This ingredient is available in various products, including Medicated Hemorrhoidal Pads and Lidocaine Hemorrhoid preparations [1]. In the last 12 months, there have been 3 adverse event reports associated with witch hazel [2]. The most frequently reported reactions include adrenal insufficiency, application site burn, application site discolouration, application site erythema, and application site exfoliation [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 17 | March 3, 2026 |
USUnited States· FDA
17 products
Uses
Use for relief of minor skin irritations due to: insects bites minor cuts monor scrapes
How to take
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 0098c983-c518-4a… · revised February 5, 2026 [PDF]
- [2]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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