Proctosedil (ointment) is a combination drug. The drug is used in the treatment of hemorrhoids and other diseases that affect the anorectal region (anus).
The composition of the medication Proctosedil (ointment) includes hydrocortisone. This glucocorticosteroid has a pronounced antipruritic and anti-inflammatory effect, reduces serous secretions, and vascular permeability. In addition, the component prevents proliferation and exudation of the connective tissue of the focus of inflammation.
The composition of the drug Proctosedil (ointment) also contains butylaminobenzoate and ethylaminobenzoate. These components, being local anesthetics, quickly and for a long period eliminate itching and pain in the anus (anorectal region), as well as spasms of the anal sphincter.
Esculoside, which is part of the drug, helps to reduce fragility in blood vessels, especially capillaries.
Framycetin is an antibiotic and is part of the group of aminoglycosides intended for topical (external) use. This component, having an increased bactericidal property (kills pathogens), acts on a number of infectious agents, including Proteus, Streptococcus, Klebsiella and others.
Heparin, also part of the medication, is an anticoagulant. Its action is aimed at preventing the development of probable thrombotic complications in hemorrhoids.
The effect of the drug Proctosedil (ointment) appears after a few minutes after application. The duration of exposure to the drug depends on the duration of its presence in the area of inflammation.
Hemorrhoids ointment Proctosedil is used for the internal and external form of the disease, the formation of nodes, anal fissures. In addition, the indications for the drug include perianal eczema, itching in the anus.
The medication is not prescribed for fungal, viral (including herpetic), tuberculous lesions of the skin of the anorectal region, hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. The drug is also contraindicated in case of arterial hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic heart failure, in early childhood, in the prenatal period, during lactation.
The use of the drug for more than seven days is not recommended, since an exacerbation of chronic inflammatory and infectious processes in the body is likely.
The use of proctosedil can cause side effects, manifested by a burning sensation, dry mucous membrane. In addition, a secondary infection is likely to occur, as well as an allergic reaction. The use of the drug can cause a decrease in phagocytic function in leukocytes, which, in turn, is unfavorable for the immune system.
Proctosed. Instruction manual
Before using the drug, hygiene of the anorectal region should be performed.
A small amount of ointment is applied with a finger to areas of localization of pain or itching. Recommended use in the morning, evening and after bowel movements (emptying).
To provide a deeper introduction, an applicator should be used. He puts on a tube of medicine, is injected deep into the rectum. In this case, make sure that the applicator is at the required depth. Gently pushing the lower end of the tube, gradually remove the device.
Ointment can be used in combination with rectal capsules.
Keep the drug out of the reach of children.
After the expiration date, it is contraindicated to use the medication.