Scheriproct Ointment
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Scheriproct Ointment is a prescription-strength medication for fast relief from haemorrhoids and piles. The ointment can relieve painful itching and discomfort for both internal and external haemorrhoids.
What is Scheriproct Ointment?
Scheriproct ointment is a prescription medication used for the treatment of haemorrhoids and piles. This medicine works to relieve the inflammation, swelling, itching and soreness of piles and haemorrhoids outbreak while relieving the itching of the back passage (anus).
How does it work?
The ointment contains the ingredients prednisolone which reduces inflammation and cinchocaine, which acts as a local anaesthetic to relieve pain. This medicine is usually used for short-term treatment lasting for 5 to 7 days.
Is Scheriproct Ointment suitable for me?
If you're experiencing piles/haemorrhoids, then this product may be suitable for you. Do not use this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if you have a viral, bacterial or fungal infection.
Commonly Used Dosage Guidelines for Scheriproct Ointment.
Generally, the ointment should be applied twice a day, but it may be applied three or four times on the first day, to obtain quick relief.
Before you use the ointment, gently but thoroughly wash and dry the anus (back passage) and the skin around it.
For treatment around the anus:
Spread it gently over the skin and just inside the anus. Do not rub it in.
For treatment inside the anus:
Squeeze the tube until the applicator is full of ointment. The amount of ointment in the applicator is one dose.
Insert the applicator very carefully into the anus until the whole length of the applicator is inside.
Then, while squeezing the tube gently, withdraw the applicator.
After each use, clean the applicator externally with a paper towel, then remove the remaining product in the applicator with a cotton swab and clean it again with a paper towel. Rinse the applicator under warm water for about 1 minute and dry the applicator externally with paper towel.
All medications can cause potential side effects, below we have listed some potential side effects, however, these do not always occur.
To read the Scheriproct Ointment Patient Leaflet, click here.