What is Proctosedyl Ointment

Proctosedyl Ointment is a combined treatment for pain, itching, and inflammation caused by haemorrhoids and related anal conditions. It contains four active ingredients:

• Hydrocortisone – reduces inflammation and swelling.
• Cinchocaine hydrochloride – provides local pain relief.
• Aesculin – helps protect the skin and strengthen capillaries.
• Framycetin sulphate – an antibacterial agent to prevent or treat secondary infection.

Together, these ingredients relieve symptoms linked to haemorrhoids, fissures, proctitis, perianal eczema, and post-operative irritation.

Who is Proctosedyl Ointment for

This medicine is suitable for adults and adolescents needing short-term local relief from haemorrhoids or associated conditions such as fissures or perianal eczema. It is not suitable for anyone who:

• Has untreated viral, bacterial, tuberculous, parasitic, or fungal infections.
• Is allergic to hydrocortisone, cinchocaine, aesculin, framycetin, or any of the ingredients.

Consultation process

This treatment can be supplied under a Patient Group Direction.

1. Complete a health questionnaire

Provide your medical history, symptoms, and current medication details.

2. Pharmacist assessment

A pharmacist reviews the information to confirm suitability.

3. Private consultation

You may be contacted if clarification is needed. All details remain confidential.

4. All-inclusive pricing

The consultation fee is included in the total cost.

5. Identity verification

You may be asked for identification before your first order is processed.

Purchasing this medication does not guarantee supply. A pharmacist will confirm your suitability during consultation. If unsuitable, your order will be refunded.

Patient information leaflet

• Wash and dry the affected area before application.
• For external use, apply a small amount of ointment directly to the affected area.
• For internal application, attach the cannula and insert gently into the rectum.
• Apply morning and evening, and after each bowel movement.
• Do not use for more than one week without medical supervision.

• For topical and rectal use only.
• Do not use if allergic to any ingredient or if infection is untreated.
• Prolonged continuous use may cause skin thinning, striae, or dilated blood vessels.
• Long-term use can lead to adrenal suppression, especially in young children.
• Visual disturbances such as blurred vision may occur; seek medical advice if this happens.
• Avoid in pregnancy or breastfeeding unless a doctor considers it essential.
• Use with caution alongside medicines that inhibit CYP3A (for example, some antivirals).
• Store below 25°C.
• Keep in the original tube with the cap tightly closed.
• Discard four weeks after opening.
• Keep out of reach of children.

• Local itching, pain, rash, or contact dermatitis
• Urticaria (hives)
• Adrenal suppression or, rarely, pheochromocytoma crisis
• Blurred vision or other visual disturbances

If severe irritation or allergic symptoms occur, stop use and seek medical attention.