"Procto-Glivenol" is an optimal drug for the treatment of internal and external hemorrhoids, anal fissures. This ointment is characterized by a softening effect on the anorectal zone, also it is combined with candles. Suppositories fight well with swelling, eliminate the process of inflammation in the tissues of the rectum, while the ointment is used in the treatment of hemorrhoids, has a pronounced venotonic effect.
Pharmacology
The drug "Procto-Glivenol" copes with the process of inflammation and reduces its intensity, as well as relieves swelling of the tissues. The main active substances of the drug are tribenoside and lidocaine. Their combination makes it possible to get rid of intense pain, eliminate burning and itching in the rectum and anorectal region.
In addition, the effectiveness of the drug helps to reduce venous congestion, as well as reduce vascular permeability. The medicinal properties of the drug are determined by pharmacological signs, which are combined in the composition of its substances.
First results
The first results from the use of the drug most often appear 2-3 hours after the administration of a suppository or application of an ointment. Usually, the therapeutic effect is manifested in the elimination of pain and tissue swelling. Of course, the complete elimination of the acute phase of hemorrhoids is not observed after one application. To achieve this goal, you must complete the full treatment course "Procto-Glivenol." If all the recommendations for using the medicine are followed, the active components will have the desired effect on the problem area for 10-14 days. When treatment ends, mucosal tissues can be completely healed and hemorrhoidal nodes can be eliminated.
Release form and composition
According to the instructions for use, Procto-Glivenol has two forms of release, so you can choose the most effective treatment method, due to the nature, degree and course of the disease. Ointments and suppositories are used, and if necessary, both forms are combined.
The composition of the medication has two main active substances:
- Lidocaine is a special component that is an excellent local anesthetic. It stabilizes cell membranes and suppresses impulses in nerve structures, thereby reducing pain. In addition, lidocaine when used locally does not affect the myocardium.
- Tribenoside is a synthetic substance. According to its signs, it reduces stagnant processes in the veins and helps to improve their tone. In addition, this component eliminates puffiness and inhibits the processes of inflammation in the tissues. The substance has an analgesic effect. Tribenoside also prevents thrombosis.
The drug contains auxiliary substances: Witepsol W 35 and E 85. These components hold the medication in the desired form, creating a homogeneous structure. In one suppository, four hundred milligrams of tribenoside, forty milligrams of lidocaine and auxiliary components. The plate is divided into five cells, one cardboard pack includes ten candles.
One gram of ointment contains 0.02 grams of lidocaine and 0.05 grams of tribenoside. "Procto-Glivenol" in this form is packaged in aluminum tubes, each of which contains thirty grams of the drug. In a cardboard bundle, one tube and one applicator, with which an ointment is applied. One tube is enough for thirty applications.
Features of the use of ointments and suppositories
Suppositories are used sequentially:
- First, the intestines are empty, laxatives and an enema are used for this.
- Anorectal area should be washed with warm water and soap.
- The suppository with clean hands needs to be inserted deeper into the anal canal, the nails must be cut short so as not to injure the mucous membrane. For administration, the use of an applicator is permitted.
- The suppository is introduced in the supine position.
The duration of therapy, the frequency of administration of suppositories and the required dosage should be determined by the attending physician. Most often, one candle is administered twice a day to adults. If a noticeable effect appears and the patient's condition improves, the dosage is halved.
Cream "Procto-Glivenol" is used twice a day. Before starting the manipulation, the patient also needs to empty his intestines and do all hygiene procedures. One application requires approximately one gram of ointment. If the ointment is introduced inside, then it is applied by means of an applicator. For external use, the patient needs to apply it on a clean piece of gauze and apply it to the painful area.
When symptomatic symptoms decrease, the ointment is applied not twice, but before bedtime once a day. If a person has severe pain, a specialist can increase the dosage of the drug. Reviews about "Procto-Glivenole" are mostly positive.
Indications
The medication is indicated for conservative treatment of hemorrhoids. The instructions say that the medicine is used in the treatment of moderate to mild hemorrhoids. Suppositories and ointment allow you to treat both the internal and external type of pathology. The drug is also prescribed in the case when surgical therapy of complex types of hemorrhoids is impossible. In some cases, a drug is prescribed to treat a complex type of disease in pregnant women. It is advisable to use Procto-Glivenol also in the treatment of other diseases of the anorectal region, including in the presence of anal fissures.
Side effects
When using this drug, side effects are observed in rare cases, however, doctors still note some possible manifestations:
- From the side of the skin and subcutaneous tissues, there may be such reactions as itching, urticaria, burning sensation on the treated area, rash. This symptomatology can also be spread outside the area of application of the drug.
- On the part of the immune system, the patient may have conditions such as impaired activity of the heart and blood vessels, swelling of the face and other anaphylactic reactions.
Other side effects in general for the entire time of the study of the effect of Procto-Glivenol on the human body were not found. A significant increase in the strength of side effects and intensity is observed with an overdose of the drug.
Contraindications
As the instruction tells us, Procto-Glivenol has few contraindications, but they still exist. The medicine cannot be used by patients with excessive sensitivity to this or that substance which is its part. In this case, it is forbidden to use this tool. This can worsen the course of the disease, as well as increase swelling.
"Procto-Glivenol" is forbidden to use for the treatment of hemorrhoids in the first trimester of pregnancy, as this can affect not only the female body, but also the health of the developing fetus.
The drug is not used to treat patients under the age of twelve, due to the lack of information in modern pediatrics about the effect of the substances in its composition on the child's body. Therapy with this drug may be unsafe for the baby.
When taking the drug, despite any contraindications, the patient may feel the occurrence of side effects or their significant increase. In addition, the disease may regress. If the patient independently made a decision on the use of Procto-Glivenolum, he should definitely inform the attending proctologist about this. Only in this case can the occurrence of complications due to one or another contraindication be prevented.
During pregnancy
Procto-Glivenol may not be safe during pregnancy. It is forbidden to patients in the first trimester at all. From the fourth to the ninth month, it is also not recommended to use this drug. It is prescribed only in case of emergency. When breastfeeding, Procto-Glivenol is also almost never prescribed.
Overdose
There is no evidence of an overdose of this drug. However, in the event that the patient accidentally takes it inside, you must immediately carry out a complete washing of the stomach and intestines. In addition, you should consult a specialist to get appointments and instructions for further symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions for the medication
Suppositories and ointment should be stored in a dark place. Do not allow sun exposure to the drug, as this can adversely affect its therapeutic properties and structure. The storage temperature of the drug should not be more than twenty degrees Celsius. Procto-Glivenol suppositories and ointment are stored in a place where pets and children cannot penetrate. When the drug expires, it is forbidden to use it, disposal is required.
Special instructions for the use of the drug
The patient must consult a doctor if:
- the disease only progresses with the use of the drug;
- symptoms of the disease do not go away;
- allergic reactions appear in the form of burning, itching and rash;
- unpleasant sensations and additional symptoms occur.
When using this drug, you need to monitor the softness of the stool and the normalization of your diet. It is necessary to prevent constipation, to conduct hygiene of the anal area, to exclude all kinds of emotional and physical strain.
The drug does not affect the patient's ability to drive vehicles and concentration. A decrease in the rate of mental reactions was also not observed. Exception: strong excess of the recommended dosage.
A greater effect can be achieved in the first stages of hemorrhoids. If the situation is more neglected, the effect of the drug and the therapeutic effect are significantly reduced.
Analogs of Procto-Glivenol
The drug has several analogues:
- Ointment "Aurobin." It costs 130 rubles. It is based on such an active substance as lidocaine. Auxiliary components in the composition of the ointment are dexpanthenol and prednisone.
- Cream and suppositories "Doloprokt". Suppositories cost 120 rubles, and a cream - about 220. The drug also contains lidocaine, an additional component is fluocortolone.
- Candles "Anuzol" - a more affordable and cheaper drug for every person. The average cost of it is only thirty rubles. The composition does not contain tribenoside or lidocaine. The main active ingredients are xeroform, zinc sulfate and belladonna extract. The effect of the treatment is similar, but does not give the same results that are obtained with the help of Procto-Glivenol. The drug cannot be used during breastfeeding and pregnancy.
- Bezornil ointment is also an inexpensive analogue. It costs about forty rubles. The active ingredients of the medicine are artificial bezoar, borneol, amber, pearls and musk. The composition of this drug is very rich, but specialist consultation is necessary before its use.
- "Belladonna extract" in the form of suppositories. The price of the analogue is only fifteen rubles. Quite high efficiency, however, the drug is not suitable for all patients and can harm the body. Suppositories can not be used during lactation and pregnancy, in addition, they are contraindicated in the treatment of children. This is due to the main active component of the drug. Belladonna is a natural poison, not dangerous in small concentrations, but it can harm patients.
Reviews on "Procto-Glivenole"
The drug is positively evaluated by both doctors and patients due to the excellent ratio of quality and price, as well as its low toxicity. Practical use shows high efficiency in the treatment of pathological signs of various diseases of the colon, the tool is easily used at home. For most patients, according to their reviews, Procto-Glivenol suppositories are suitable.
The drug is especially popular among women who suffer from anal fissures and hemorrhoids after childbirth. The substances in the composition of the drug quickly eliminate pain and help from the very first days.
We reviewed the Procto-Glivenol medication for instructions for use and reviews.