Such an unpleasant disease as hemorrhoids can occur in any person. It is important to detect it at the initial stage of development and begin treatment. One of the drugs that are popular is Relief. This is a fairly effective drug that has proven its safety and therapeutic effect. The analogue of “Relief” may have a similar effect on the problem, but it may differ in composition. Let us consider in more detail the original drug and its best substitutes.
What is a Relief?
Symptoms of hemorrhoids are currently faced by a large number of people, regardless of age. Trying to get rid of discomfort on your own is extremely undesirable, because in each case a certain approach to treatment is needed. Antihemorrhoids drugs will help to remove the inflammatory process, one of which is Relief. The price of the drug will depend on the form of release. The manufacturer offers a tool in the form of candles, tablets, ointments.
The product contains shark liver oil, rich in fat-soluble vitamins, and alkoxyglycerols. The main active ingredient provides wound healing, regeneration of damaged skin areas, relieves pain. The second active ingredient is phenylephrine hydrochloride, which is necessary to improve blood circulation.
All varieties of antihemorrhoids drug have various additional components in the composition, which help to achieve the desired therapeutic effect. As a result, patients feel significant relief, itching, soreness, swelling are eliminated.
Indications for the appointment of antihemorrhoids drugs
The main objective of such drugs is aimed at ridding patients of the unpleasant symptoms of hemorrhoids. Indications for appointment are:
- microcracks of the anus;
- itching and soreness in the anus;
- constipation
- minor bleeding;
- inflammation of the hemorrhoids;
- external and internal hemorrhoids.
At the initial stages, the disease may not manifest itself in any way. However, it is worth paying attention to such signs as a fecal retention in the rectum, mucus secretion during bowel movements, a constant feeling of fullness of the intestine, discomfort in the anus. In this case, you need to contact a specialist who can prescribe an analogue of "Relief" or the original tool. Medication should only be started after reading the instructions. In case of adverse reactions, it is necessary to stop the use of the drug.
How to choose an analogue of "Relief"?
In most cases, patients pay attention to signs of inflammation of the hemorrhoidal nodes even with a pronounced pain syndrome, the presence of blood impurities in the feces. Treatment will depend on the stage of development of the disease. In the form of suppositories and ointments, medications should be used in the initial stages of the disease. Antihemorrhoidal should have analgesic, vasoconstrictive, decongestant, and healing effects. It is according to these criteria that a medication should be selected
Choose a substitute for the drug "Relief" (the price of candles - from 370 to 450 rubles) is quite simple. Pharmaceutical companies produce many drugs that have a similar therapeutic effect.
List of drugs for hemorrhoids
The most popular analogues of the original drug based on shark liver oil are the following medicines:
- "Naltaside" - is prescribed more often in the chronic stage of the disease.
- “Hemorol” - the price of candles is 740-800 rubles. (12 pieces per pack).
- "Ultraproct" - ointment and suppositories are used to eliminate the symptoms of internal and external hemorrhoids.
- Ginkor Fort is a venotonic drug that helps normalize blood circulation in inflamed areas.
- "Softovak" is a combination agent in the form of a powder.
- "Detralex" - affects the tone of the veins located in the rectum.
- Prelax is an effective laxative.
- Suppositories with propolis - help stop minor bleeding with inflammation of the hemorrhoids.
How does Softovac work?
With hemorrhoids, the laxative Softovak may be prescribed. The instruction says that the composition of the drug contains plant extracts that help soften stool by stimulating receptors on the intestinal mucosa and activating peristalsis. The main component of the medicine is plantain leaf extract. Also included are senna leaves, licorice root, cassia, rosehip extract, oil and fennel fruits. The manufacturer refers the drug to homeopathic remedies that have a laxative effect.
The advantage of a herbal preparation is the absence of a negative effect on the sensitive mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract. Softovac is prescribed for constipation of various etiologies. With hemorrhoids, anal fissures, the drug will help empty the intestines painlessly. The therapeutic effect occurs 8-12 hours after taking the powder.
Candles "Hemorol"
To remove inflammation and swelling with hemorrhoids, the drug "Hemorol" can be used. Its price is slightly higher than the popular Relief, but the spectrum of action is much wider. Candles are created on the basis of medicinal plants and can not only relieve pain, but also have a bactericidal effect. Anti-hemorrhoidal action provides horse chestnut extract, which is part of the drug. As anesthetic, beladonna, cinquefoil, chamomile and benzocaine are used. Glycerin, which is part of the antihemorrhoidal foreheads, softens the stool.
This unique analogue of “Relief” was created using the latest technology combining recipes of traditional medicine and the latest scientific achievements. As a result of therapy, the patient feels significant relief, the swelling in the anus disappears, bleeding stops. According to the instructions, Hemorol suppositories can be used only for 7 days. Then you should take a break and continue treatment as prescribed by your doctor.
Prelax: a brief description of the tool
Another medicine for treating chronic constipation is a dietary supplement. Lactulose is the main active ingredient in Prelax syrup. The price of a laxative ranges from 250-300 rubles. per bottle of 220 ml.
The effect of the medication is based on the suppression of the vital activity of pathogenic microflora located in the intestine, stimulation of peristalsis, and an increase in the number of beneficial bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. After taking the syrup, the therapeutic effect occurs within a few hours. The constituents do not irritate the receptors on the intestinal walls. Therefore, syrup can be taken for a long time. The “Relief” analogue can be prescribed as part of the complex treatment of hemorrhoids.
A dietary supplement is prescribed for inflammation of the hemorrhoidal nodes and difficulty in defecation during treatment with antibacterial drugs. Pregnancy is not a contraindication to the use of the drug. Lactulose is considered an absolutely safe substance that is not absorbed into the systemic circulation.
Ginkor Fort: price and reviews
Ginkor Fort capsules belong to venotonic medicines that normalize venous blood circulation. According to the instructions, the medication should be used for varicose veins, hemorrhoids, thrombophlebitis. The active ingredients are ginkgo biloba extract , troxerutin and heptaminol hydrochloride.
According to reviews, the drug improves the condition of the walls of blood vessels and veins, improves blood flow, eliminates inflammation and pain. Ginkor Fort cannot completely replace Relief. The price of the medicine is 530-570 rubles.