Is Scheriproct ointment available over the counter?
Scheriproct for Haemorrhoids & Piles Scheriproct Ointment provides rapid-acting relief from itching and discomfort and quickly gets to work to shrink down your haemorrhoids or piles. Scheriproct Ointment is a prescription-strength haemorrhoid treatment that is available to purchase online from The Independent Pharmacy.
Do you need a prescription for Scheriproct ointment?
Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why Scheriproct® has been prescribed for you. A doctor’s prescription is required for Scheriproct®.
Can I buy Scheriproct?
Scheriproct is available to buy online, but as with any prescription medication in the UK, you must complete an online consultation first. Always remember to include all current medications, allergies and medical history to ensure the treatment is right for you.
What’s Scheriproct ointment used for?
Scheriproct contains a substance which reduces inflammation (prednisolone) and a local anaesthetic (cinchocaine) which relieves pain. This medicine is used for the relief of the inflammation, swelling, itching and soreness of piles (haemorrhoids) and to relieve itching of the anus (back passage).
Does Scheriproct get rid of piles?
Scheriproct suppositories are more suitable for treating internal piles. Scheriproct ointment can be applied to the anal area to relieve external piles and can also be inserted into the back passage using the applicator to relieve internal piles.
What can GP prescribe for piles?
What can your doctor prescribe to treat piles?
- Anugesic-HC (hydrocortisone, pramocaine)
- Hemocane cream (lidocaine)
- Proctofoam HC (hydrocortisone, pramoxine)
- Proctosedyl ointment and suppositories (hydrocortisone, cinchocaine)
- Scheriproct ointment and suppositories (prednisolone, cinchocaine)
Is Scheriproct an antibiotic?
Scheriproct is a medicine containing the active ingredients cinchocaine and prednisolone. It is used to treat haemorrhoids, helping to relieve pain and itching from both internal and external piles.
Does Scheriproct contain hydrocortisone?
None stated. Topical agents for the treatment of hemorrhoids and anal fissures – C05AA04. Prednisolone hexanoate – On local application, exerts a powerful anti-inflammatory action which is superior to that of both cortisone and hydrocortisone.
Should you push a pile back in?
Internal hemorrhoids usually don’t hurt but they may bleed painlessly. Prolapsed hemorrhoids may stretch down until they bulge outside your anus. A prolapsed hemorrhoid may go back inside your rectum on its own. Or you can gently push it back inside.
Is walking good for piles?
Good Exercises for Hemorrhoids Increased blood flow, in particular, boosts the delivery of beneficial nutrients and oxygen to the affected area. Exercises that are generally considered safe and effective for hemorrhoid management and prevention include: Walking and other cardiovascular exercises.
How do you use scheriproct ointment?
Unless otherwise prescribed by your doctor, Scheriproct® Ointment should be applied twice daily. Application up to four times on the first day may provide faster initial relief. Smear a small amount of ointment (about the size of a pea) around the anus and just inside the anus using your finger.
What is scheriproct used for?
Scheriproct® is the brand name for agents containing the substances prednisolone hexanoate and cinchocaine hydrochloride. Scheriproct® is used in the treatment of haemorrhoids (piles), tears of the anal tissue, and similar conditions. The active ingredients reduce the inflammation and pain associated with such problems.
What is the active ingredient in scheriproct?
Prednisolone hexanoate and cinchocaine hydrochloride. The active ingredients of Scheriproct are synthetic corticosteroids, prednisolone hexanoate and cinchocaine hydrochloride. Scheriproct 1 g ointment contains 1.9 mg prednisolone hexanoate (equivalent to 1.5 mg of prednisolone) and 5 mg cinchocaine hydrochloride in an ointment base.
What is the Aust R number for scheriproct ointment?
Scheriproct® is presented in 10 g and 30 g tubes of ointment, and as suppositories in packs of 12. The AUST R number for the ointment is 70062 and the AUST R number for the suppositories is 70063. This document was revised in September 2019.