Proctosedyl Suppositories for Piles – 30 grams
£27.99
Proctosedyl is an effective short-term treatment for haemorrhoids (piles) and pruritus ani in adults and young people aged 16 years and over, following a clinical assessment.
It works by combining a local anaesthetic to numb pain and discomfort with a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation, helping to relieve itching, swelling and irritation around the back passage.
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What are Proctosedyl Suppositories?
Proctosedyl Suppositories are a rectal treatment used for the short term relief (for no more than 7 days) of symptoms associated with internal haemorrhoids (piles) and pruritus ani in adults and young people aged 16 years and over.
They help relieve pain, irritation, swelling, discharge and itching caused by inflamed or swollen blood vessels inside the back passage. They may also be used for pruritus ani – a condition characterised by intense itching or burning around the anus, which can worsen at night or after bowel movements.
Proctosedyl Suppositories contain two active ingredients: cinchocaine hydrochloride and hydrocortisone.
How Proctosedyl Suppositories work
Cinchocaine hydrochloride is a local anaesthetic that works by numbing the area where it is applied, helping to relieve pain, burning and discomfort inside the back passage.
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid that reduces the production of substances that cause inflammation. This helps decrease swelling, redness, itching and discharge.
Together, these ingredients provide effective short term relief of internal haemorrhoid and anal itching symptoms while allowing the affected area to heal.
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Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure how to use this medicine.
The recommended dose:
Use twice daily, in the morning and evening, after each bowel movement.
Wash your hands before and after use. Remove the plastic packaging before use and insert gently into the anus. Only insert into your back passage
Do not use for longer than 7 days.
If you feel the effect of the medicine is too weak or too strong, do not change the dose yourself, speak to your prescriber for advice.
Both suppositories and ointment can be used concurrently if necessary.
If you use more Proctosedyl suppositories than you should
Let your doctor know if you have used this suppository for more than 7 days by mistake.
If you forget to use Proctosedyl suppositories
If you forget to use your suppository , use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not use a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some of the side effects are temporary with continued treatment or disappeared when treatment is stopped.
Side Effects
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if the following side effect gets serious or lasts longer than a few days, or you notice any side effects not listed:
- Skin rash
- Thinning of the skin
Serious Side Effects
If you experience any of the following side effects contact your doctor as soon as possible. These are serious side effects and required medical attention immediately
If you have used this ointment for a long time, it is possible that you could get something called ‘adrenal suppression’. Signs include:
- Lack of appetite
- Pain in the
- Stomach
- Weight loss
- Feeling sick or being sick
- Lack of concentration
- A feeling of hunger
- Nervousness
- Fits
Visual disturbances have been reported with topical corticosteroid use. Symptoms of this are, blurred vision and other visual disturbances.
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Warning & Precautions
Do not use this medicine and tell your doctor if:
- You are allergic (hypersensitive) to cinchocaine hydrochloride, hydrocortisone or any of the other ingredients of Proctosedyl ointment
- Signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue
- You have any kind of infection
- Do not use this medicine if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Proctosedyl.
Age Restrictions
Adults and young people aged 16 years and over
Other Medicines and Conditions
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines. This includes medicines obtained without a prescription, including herbal medicines.
Some medicines may increase the effects of Proctosedyl, and your doctor may wish to monitor you carefully if you are taking them. This includes certain medicines used to treat HIV, such as ritonavir or cobicistat.
Proctosedyl can affect the way some medicines work, and some medicines can also affect how Proctosedyl works.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
This medicine is not suitable for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Patient Information Leaflet
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Ingredients
- Active Ingredients: 5mg Cinchocaine Hydrochloride and 5mg Hydrocortisone
- Other Ingredients: hard fat
Product Information
- Brand Name: Proctosedyl
- Route of Administration: Rectal
- Legal Classification: Prescription Only Medication (POM)
- Strength: Cincochaine Hydrochloride 0.5% w/w, Hydrocortisone 0.5% w/w
- Dosage From: Suppository
Storage
- Keep this medicine in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it.
- Do not use Proctosedyl Suppositories after the expiry date which is stated on the label or carton after EXP.
- The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
- Store at 2°C – 8°C.
- Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
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