Relief (phenylephrine hydrochloride) rectal ointment 28.4 g. tube

Description

Relief (phenylephrine hydrochloride) rectal ointment 28.4 g. tube

Composition

active ingredient: phenylephrine hydrochloride;

1 g of ointment contains phenylephrine hydrochloride 2.5 mg;

excipients: mineral oil, a-tocopherol, thyme oil, corn oil, glycerin, white soft paraffin, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 216), lanolin, benzoic acid (E 210), lanolin alcohol, paraffin, purified water , white wax.

Dosage form

Rectal ointment.

Basic physical and chemical properties: yellowish ointment without foreign particles.

Pharmacological group

Means for the treatment of hemorrhoids and anal fissures for local use.
ATX code C05A.

Indications

Relief is used for diseases of the rectum and anus. The drug is used in the treatment of acute and chronic hemorrhoids, accompanied by severe bleeding. It is prescribed for cracks and inflammatory processes in the anus and surrounding tissues. The drug helps to eliminate itching and pain in the anus. Relief in the form of rectal suppositories is used to relieve intense pain and itching in the perineal region during the treatment of hemorrhoids and constipation.

Contraindications

The use of the drug Relief is contraindicated in the treatment of patients with individual intolerance to its components, children under twelve years of age, pregnant and lactating. In addition, the drug is not prescribed for patients with diabetes mellitus, tuberculosis and Itsenko-Cushing’s syndrome.
Care should be taken when prescribing the drug to patients with arterial hypertension, osteoporosis, decreased immune status and cardiovascular pathologies that are associated with heart rhythm disturbances.

Application during pregnancy and lactation

In the treatment of pregnant and lactating women, the use of Relief is possible only as prescribed by a doctor and in the presence of strict indications.

Method of administration and dosage

In the form of an ointment, Relief can be used for both external and rectal administration. When applied externally, the drug is applied in a thin layer to the affected skin area in the anus up to 4 times per knock. The ointment should be applied in the morning and in the evening, as well as after each bowel movement. For rectal administration, the applicator attached to the ointment is lubricated with the drug and inserted into the anus. After each use, it is recommended to wash the applicator thoroughly with warm water and soap and close it with a protective cap.

The use of Relief is possible only after carrying out hygiene procedures. Achieve a stable therapeutic effect is possible only with the systematic use of the drug.

Overdose

Overdose cases when using Relief have not been reported. There is no data on the toxic effects of the drug when administered rectally.

Side effects

In some cases, when Relief was used in therapeutic doses, the development of allergic reactions was observed, accompanied by itching, swelling and redness at the sites of application of the drug.
If you experience any unusual reactions while using the ointment or rectal suppositories, it is recommended that you inform your doctor immediately.