In the treatment of inflamed hemorrhoids and anal fissures, an effective local effect is required. It is carried out with complex preparations, which include Proctozan ointment. This tool is developed on the basis of 4 ingredients, mutually reinforcing the pharmacological properties of each other. Due to this therapy with the drug can achieve rapid relief of unpleasant symptoms, pain and inflammation.
Proctozan ointment composition
The active components of the local drug in question are:
- bismuth subhallate;
- bufeksamak;
- titanium dioxide;
- lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate.
- Additional substances:
- liquid paraffin;
- polycos;
- wax;
- sorbitol;
- palmitate isopropyl;
- water;
- sorbitan sesquioleate.
Each of the active ingredients is designed to perform certain functions.
Bismuth has drying properties, produces an astringent effect with simultaneous disinfection. Due to the inclusion of this substance in the ointment of Proctosan, the ulcerated surface of the mucous walls of the rectum is covered with a protective film, which prevents secondary infection.
Bufeksamak - a powerful anti-inflammatory drug, helps to eliminate swelling, normalizes blood circulation in the veins of the rectum. In addition, this chemical compound has an analgesic effect, relieving pain syndrome.
Titanium in the form of dioxide helps stop and prevent bleeding, accelerates the regeneration of damaged tissues. This provides an intensification of the healing of anal fissures.
Lidocaine, being a local anesthetic, almost instantly anesthetizes. In addition, the substance eliminates itching, burning in the anus.
Instructions for the use of ointment Proctosan
The presented complex preparation is widely used in the treatment of the following diseases of the rectum:
- diseases of the skin of the anus with violation of its integrity, including inflammatory processes and cracks;
- hemorrhoids 1 and 2 degrees;
- proctitis ;
- acute and chronic eczema of the anus.
Probably 2 variants of using Proctozan ointment - external application and introduction into the rectum.
In the first case, it is necessary to pre-wash the affected areas with warm clean water without using hygienic agents, soak it with a soft paper or tissue cloth. After that, a small amount of the drug is gently rubbed into the skin. The procedure is recommended to repeat 2 times a day.
The ointment is placed inside the rectum by means of a special applicator (included in the kit), the tip of which must be inserted into the anus at 1-1.5 cm. It is advisable to do this after defecation and careful hygienic measures twice a day.
The general course of treatment is not more than a week.
As a rule, ointment therapy is well tolerated. In extremely rare cases, the emergence of immunity reactions at the site of application of the drug - rash, swelling, redness, flaking of the skin.
Before using the medication, it is important to read the contraindications:
- atopic dermatitis ;
- increased sensitivity, both to the main and to the auxiliary components;
- specific skin inflammatory diseases in the treated areas, including tuberculosis, syphilis.
Due to the lack of research, ointment from hemorrhoids Proctosan is not prescribed for pregnancy and lactation, as well as for patients under the age of 18 years.
Analogues Proctosan in the form of ointment
Replace the drug in question with the following medicines, some of which are available in the form of suppositories:
- Relief Advance;
- Anestesol;
- Hemorol;
- Proctosol;
- Nigepan;
- Hemoprote.