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Dosage
Gently apply a small amount of ointment (by finger or nozzle) to the affected area up to 3 times daily. For rectal use only.
Ingredients
Each gram contains: Hydrocortisone 5mg, and Cinchocaine hydrochloride 5mg. Inactive ingredients include liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin and wool fat.
Purpose/Usage
Proctesedyl ointment contain the active ingredients hydrocortisone, a steroid, and cinchocaine hydrochloride, a local anaesthetic. These work together to reduce swelling and numb pain.
Proctosedyl ointment is used for the short term relief of the discomfort of haemorrhoids (piles) and other painful conditions of the anus (rear end) such as fissures (tears). Do not use for more than 7 days unless instructed by your doctor. Haemorrhoids often result when people strain while trying to open their bowel (defecating). This problem is often, but not always, associated with low-fibre diets. Proctesedyl ointment should be used on the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Do not use proctosedyl if you have experienced an allergic reaction with hydrocortisone or cinchocaine hydrochloride, or with any of the other ingredients. Do not use Proctosedyl when infections affecting the anus or surrounding area are present e.g. sexually transmitted diseases such as herpes. Proctosedyl should not be used if you have tuberculosis.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if there are cuts or abrasions in the area of the anus, eg blood on toilet paper after dececating.
Adverse Effects
Proctosedyl have not been found to interfere with any other medications
More Information
For further information please email us on info@netpharmacy.co.nz or call us on 3734485 (Auckland) or 0508 881188 (Outside Auckland)
Proctosedyl Ointment info from Aventis
Medicines have benefits and some may have risks. Always read the label
carefully and use strictly as directed. If symptoms continue or you have
side effects consult your pharmacist or doctor immediately.
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