Proctosedyl Ointment

What is Proctosedyl Ointment?

Proctosedyl Ointment contains hydrocortisone which is a corticosteroid and cinchocaine which is a local anaesthetic. Proctosedyl Ointment can be used for both internal and external piles and comes with a nozzle to help with internal application.

How to buy Proctosedyl Ointment online

You can use our online prescription service to buy Proctosedyl Ointment online in the UK. We are a regulated GPhC registered pharmacy based in the UK and we offer free and next day delivery. Any website that claims to sell this medication without a prescription is operating illegally and you could be purchasing counterfeit / fake medicine.
Upon completion of your order, our independent prescriber will then review your online assessment. If your assessment is approved, our pharmacy team will then receive a prescription and dispense your order, which will be dispatched the same day using your chosen delivery method.

How it works

Proctosedyl Ointment contains two active ingredients:
Hydrocortisone: A corticosteroid which reduces swelling and inflammation.
Cinchocaine: A local anaesthetic which will numb the area and provide relief from pain caused by piles. These ingredients act together to both provide relief and reduce and the size of piles.

How to use Proctosedyl Ointment

Proctosedyl Ointment is for topical use only, which means it is applied directly to the affected area.
The recommended dose is to apply twice daily in the morning and night and also after each bowel movement.
External piles: Wash the anal area with gentle soap, and dry it with a soft towel, then gently apply the cream to the affected area.
Internal piles: Wash and dry the affected area, screw the nozzle provided onto the tube and remove the nozzle cap. Insert the nozzle into the back passage and squeeze gently. Clean the nozzle after each use.
Wash your hands before and after using Proctosedyl Ointment.
Use the Ointment for 5-7 days and then apply once daily for a few days after the piles have cleared.
If the piles persist for longer than 7 days contact your doctor.

What causes piles?

There are multiple causes of piles and include:

1. Straining while on the toilet
2. Sitting for longer than needed on the toilet
3. Obesity
4. Pregnancy
5. Low-fiber diets
6. Regular heavy lifting
7. Constipation and diarrhoea
8. Anal intercourse

Other help with piles (haemorrhoids)

Piles are lumps found inside and around the anus. Usuallly they will get better on their own after a few days and will not require treatment. There are ways to help treat and prevent piles, you should:

1. Make sure you are drinking lots of water
2. Eat plenty of fibre
3. Keep your bottom clean and dry
4. Have a warm bath to ease itching and pain
5. Wrap an ice pack in a towel and apply to the area do not directly apply an ice pack to the skin as it can cause ice burn
6. Avoid foods & drinks that can cause constipation such as alcohol and process foods
7. Gently push the pile back inside
8. Exercise

You should not

1. Wipe your bottom rough or too hard, this can break the skin and lead to piles developing
2. Hold in the urge to poo
3. Push too hard when pooing
4. Try to avoid opioids such as codeine as they commonly cause consitpation
5. If you bleed do not take ibuprofen

If you do require piles treatment, there are multiple options available such as creams, ointments and suppositories, all of our treatments can be found here: Piles treatment. Performing the above alongside treatment will help to get rid of piles.

How do I know if I have piles

Symptoms of piles include:

1. Bright red blood in your stools (poo)
2. Bright red blood or mucus on toilet paper after you wipe
3. Itchy anus
4. Feeling like you still need to go after going to the toilet
5. Feeling like you still need to go after going to the toilet
6. Lumps and/or pain around your anus

You can also find a picture of piles here
Please call 111 or contact your GP if you have piles and your temperature is very high, or there is pus leaking from your piles.

Proctosedyl Ointment side effects

Side effects are very rare and are usually mild but they include:

1. Thinning of the skin with prolonged usage (much longer than 5 to 7 days)
2. Allergic reactions

Please note: If you experience any signs of reaction such as a skin rash stop using Proctosedyl Ointment.

Proctosedyl ingredients

Active Ingredients: Hydrocortisone and Cinchocaine hydrochloride.
Other ingredients: Wool fat (lanolin), liquid paraffin and white soft paraffin.

Who shouldn't use Proctosedyl Ointment

Do not use if:

1. You are allergic to any of the ingredients
2. You have an active infection - Treat the infection first before starting treatment
3. You are allergic to local anaesthetics
4. You are pregnant or breastfeeding

Proctosedyl Interactions

Proctosedyl is not known to interact with any medication.

Proctosedyl Ointment Alternative

There are multiple treatment options available for piles:

• Anusol cream
• Anusol suppositories
• Anusol HC ointment
• Anusol HC suppositories
• Scheriproct ointment

More Proctosedyl Ointment information

If you would like more information, you can find the SPC here