Doxiproct Plus Ointment Tb 20 g

What is Doxiproct Plus and when is it used?

Prescriptened by your doctor.The rectal ointment Doxiproct Plus contains as active ingredients: calcium dobesilate, which normalizes the resistance and permeability of the wall of the small blood vessels - the so-called capillaries -, lidoc., a locally acting, analgesic, and dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory corticoid.Doxiproct Plus has anti-inflammatory effects, reduces bleeding and oozing and leads to rapid relief of pain, burning, itching and tightness in the following diseases: internal and external hemorrhoids, pruritus ani (itching in the anal area), eczema, inflammation and fissures in the anal area . Doxiproct Plus is also indicated before and after hemorrhoid surgery.Doxiproct Plus is mainly prescribed for severe inflammation and for short-term treatment.

What precautions should be taken?

If you have hemorrhoids, you should:limit the consumption of spices, sausage products, alcohol and tea and coffee,Avoid constipation by, for example, following a diet with sufficient fiber (whole grain bread, raw and cooked leafy vegetables, fruit),follow strict anal hygiene, but use soap sparingly.

When should Doxiproct Plus not be used?

If you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, you must not use Doxiproct Plus.Do not use in children and adolescents.

When should caution be advised when using Doxiproct Plus?

In general, you should not use Doxiproct Plus for long periods of time without the advice of your doctor. You must inform your doctor or health care professional if the symptoms have not improved or worsened after 1 to 2 weeks of treatment.If skin reactions and / or fever occur, the treatment should be discontinued immediately and the attending physician informed, as these may be allergic reactions. If you have blood in your stool or suspect it, and if you experience pain and fever at the same time, consult a doctor.If you have poor kidney function, you should not use Doxiproct Plus for a long time.Doxiproct Plus contains butylated hydroxyanisole (E 320), cetyl alcohol and propylene glycol (309 mg / g), which can cause local skin reactions (contact dermatitis) or irritation of the eyes and mucous membranes. If any of these symptoms occur, the treatment should be discontinued and the doctor should be informed.Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you

• suffer from other diseases,have allergies ortake or apply other medications (including those you have bought yourself) as internal or external use.

Can Doxiproct Plus be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

If you are pregnant, want to become pregnant or if you are breastfeeding, you should avoid taking medication as a precaution or seek the advice of your doctor.There is insufficient data on the use of Doxiproct Plus in pregnant women. No systematic scientific research has been carried out. Under these conditions, Doxiproct Plus should only be used during pregnancy with a doctor's prescription and when absolutely necessary.It is not advisable to use Doxiproct Plus if you are breastfeeding, as small amounts of the active substances may be excreted in breast milk.

How do you use Doxiproct Plus?

In general, the rectal ointment is used after a bowel movement whenever possible.The cannula can be used for internal hemorrhoids by screwing it onto the tube. Insert the cannula into the anus as far as possible and then slowly withdraw the tube while gently squeezing it out. In this case, the contents of the tube are intended for 8 uses. At the beginning of the treatment it can be advantageous to apply the ointment to the anus with your finger.For external hemorrhoids or anal itching, apply a thin layer of rectal ointment several times a day.The use and safety of Doxiproct Plus in children and adolescents has not yet been tested. Therefore only use this medicine in adults. Only the doctor can decide on the duration of the treatment. Do not change the prescribed dosage on your own. If you think that the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

What side effects can Doxiproct Plus have?

The use of Doxiproct Plus can cause the following side effects:Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10,000 users): Hypersensitivity reactions, gastrointestinal complaints, pain in the anal area, painful anus, thinning of the skin.If skin reactions and / or fever occur, the treatment should be discontinued immediately and the attending physician informed, as these may be allergic reactions.If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What should also be noted?

This medication may only be used up to the date marked ?EXP? on the container.

Storage advice

Store at room temperature (15-25 ° C). Keep out of reach of CHILDREN.Your doctor or pharmacist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.

What does Doxiproct Plus contain?

1 g rectal ointment contains:Active ingredients: 40 mg calcium dobesilate monohydrate, 20 mg lidoc. hydrochloride monohydrate and 0.25 mg dexamethasone acetate.Excipients: Macrogol 300, Macrogol 1500, Macrogol 4000, propylene glycol, butyl hydroxyanisole (E 320), propyl gallate (E 310), polysorbate 80, citric acid (E330), cetyl alcohol.

Approval number

38934 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Doxiproct Plus? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies against a doctor's prescription.

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