Hydrocortisone, Dibucaine and Neomycin [PROCTOSEDYL®] Ointment
2026/07/07
Proctosedyl® ointment contains a combination of medications (dibucaine hydrochloride, hydrocortisone, neomycin) to treat hemorrhoids. The medicines work to prevent or relieve pain, reduce inflammation and itching, treat and prevent infections.
- Wash your hands before and after applying the medication.
- Apply the medication after bowel movement.
- For external applications, apply the ointment in a thin layer using your finger on the hemorrhoids/ painful, itchy areas as directed by your doctor.
- For internal application, attach the cannula to the tube, insert fully into the rectum, and squeeze the tube gently from the lower end whilst withdrawing.
- Use the medication for the duration instructed by your doctor or stated on the medicine label. Applying too much may increase the risk of getting side effects, while using too little may decrease the effectiveness of the medication.
If you forgot to apply a dose of this medication, apply it as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is time for the next dose. Apply your next dose at the usual time. Do not apply two doses to make up for the missed dose.
Inform your healthcare professional if:
- You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication
- You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
- Burning, itching, dryness, irritation of the skin
- This should be temporary. Inform your doctor if this becomes severe.
- Side effects, such as thinning of the skin, can occur if used inappropriately for a long period of time.
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
- Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
- Difficulty in breathing
- Itchy skin rashes around your eyes or over your whole body
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.
Store in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Pack this medication into a black trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing into the rubbish chute or bin.
Disclaimer:
- Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
- If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately.
- The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.
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