Proctosedyl Ointment

General Information

Proctosedyl Ointment relieves the discomfort of haemorrhoids (piles) and other painful conditions of the anus such as fissures (small tears). It contains hydrocortisone, a corticosteroid that reduces swelling and inflammation, and cinchocaine hydrochloride, a local anaesthetic that numbs pain and relieves itching. Pharmacy Only Medicine.

Key Benefits

• Dual action: corticosteroid plus local anaesthetic
• Helps reduce swelling and inflammation of haemorrhoids
• Numbs pain and relieves itching
• For haemorrhoids and anal fissures
• Applicator nozzle included for internal use
• Available in 15g and 30g tubes

Ingredients

Active ingredients (per gram): hydrocortisone 5mg, cinchocaine hydrochloride 5mg.

Other ingredients: liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin, wool fat (lanolin).

Directions

Adults and children 12 years and over. First empty your bowels if possible (do not strain), then wash and dry the anal area. Wash your hands before and after use.

• External use: apply a small amount of ointment with a finger to cover the painful area.
• Internal use: screw the nozzle supplied tightly onto the tube, gently insert the nozzle into the back passage and squeeze the tube while slowly withdrawing it. If the area is very inflamed and painful, apply with a finger at first rather than using the nozzle.

Use up to three times a day (for example after the morning bowel motion, at midday and in the evening), or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. As symptoms improve, reduce use - for example twice daily in week 2 and once daily (after the morning bowel motion) in week 3.

Warnings

• Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.
• Pharmacy Only Medicine. Do not use in children under 12 years.
• Do not use if you are allergic to hydrocortisone, cinchocaine or any of the ingredients.
• Do not use if you have an infection in or around the anus (for example thrush, herpes or other sexually transmitted infections) or tuberculosis - steroids can hide or worsen infections.
• See your doctor if there is bleeding from the back passage or blood in your bowel motions, or if pain is severe or prolonged.
• Check with your doctor before using for more than 7 days. Do not use continuously for longer than 3 weeks unless your doctor advises - long-term use may cause side effects including visual disorders.
• A short-lived burning sensation may occur. Stop use and seek medical help if you get a rash or swelling of the face, lips or tongue.
• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25°C.