Product Information
Proctosedyl is a combination product that is used for the reduction of swelling, pain, and inflammation of hemorrhoids and other rectal lesions. Proctosedyl is also used to treat proctitis, fissures, cryptitis, pain following rectal surgery, and rectal itching.Proctosedyl Ointment: For treatment of the outside area of the anus, apply a small quantity morning and evening and after each bowel movement to the affected area. For internal application, attach the rectal cannula (the plastic attachment that is included with the medication) to the tube opening, gently insert to full extent inside the anus, and squeeze the tube gently from the lower end while withdrawing.
Proctosedyl Suppositories: Insert 1 suppository into the rectum morning and evening and after each bowel movement.
Proctosedyl Ointment: Each gram contains hydrocortisone 5 mg (0.5%), framycetin 10 mg, cinchocaine 5 mg (0.5%), and esculin 10 mg (1%). Also contains 10% w/w anhydrous lanolin.
Proctosedyl Suppositories: Each rectal suppository contains hydrocortisone 5 mg (0.5%), framycetin 10 mg, cinchocaine 5 mg (0.5%), and esculin 10 mg (1%).
The following Proctosedyl side effects may go away as your body becomes used to Proctosedyl; check with your doctor if they continue or become bothersome.
burning upon application of medication (especially if the mucus membrane is not intact)
Stop using Proctosedyl and check with your doctor if the following side effects occur:
burning and itching of skin
chills
depression (only if used for long periods of time in large amounts)
diarrhea
false sense of well-being (only if used for long periods of time in large amounts)
fever
infection
mood swings (only if used for long periods of time in large amounts)
painful, red or itchy, pus-containing blisters in hair follicles
personality changes (only if used for long periods of time in large amounts)
rectal bleeding, burning, dryness, itching, or pain not present before treatment
sensation of pins and needles
stabbing pain
Additional side effects may occur if you use Proctosedyl for a long time. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
abdominal or stomach pain
acne
backache
coughing up blood
decreased resistance to infection
dryness of mouth
eye pain
filling or rounding out of the face
gradual blurring or loss of vision
headache
hunchback
increased thirst
irregular heartbeat
loss of appetite
menstrual irregularities
muscle cramps or pain
muscle weakness
nausea or vomiting
nonelevated blue or purplish patch on the skin
osteoporosis or bone fractures
pain in joints
pain or discomfort in the area of a vein
rapid weight gain
reddish purple lines (stretch marks) on arms face, legs, trunk, or groin
redness of eye
sensitivity of eye to light
shortness of breath
skin rash
slow healing of wounds
stunting of growth (in children)
swelling of feet or lower legs
trouble sleeping
unusual decrease in sexual desire or ability in men
tearing of eyes
unusual increase in hair growth (especially on the face)
unusual tiredness or weakness
unusual weight loss
weak pulse
Medical treatment: Advise all doctors of the previous use of hydrocortisone.
Absorption: Prolonged use of Proctosedyl over large areas over the body or applying it under dressings that don't breathe could promote the absorption of this medication into the blood circulation. This can produce effects similar to those seen after taking oral corticosteroid medications for long periods of time.
Allergies or sensitization: Discontinue use and call your doctor if irritation, allergic reaction, or sensitization to the medication occurs.
Pregnancy: The safe use of topical corticosteroids during pregnancy has not been fully established. Therefore, pregnant women should not use this medication unnecessarily on extended areas, in large amounts, or for prolonged periods of time.
