Ointments for hemorrhoids in pregnancy

In addition to rectal suppositories, ointments can be used to treat hemorrhoids. They are based on fatty substances - petroleum jelly and other oils that maintain a high concentration of active ingredients and are well absorbed into the affected tissue.

Candles are effective for internal hemorrhoids, while ointments - with external, that is, external hemorrhoids. Some ointments have a tube with a special applicator, which allows them to enter directly into the lesion. In this case, the method of application and mechanism of action of ointment preparations is similar to rectal forms of release.

For the treatment of hemorrhoids during pregnancy, it is possible to use such groups of drugs:

Ointments against inflammation and infection

Vishnevsky ointment

Liniment balsamic according to Vishnevsky is a combined preparation for external application. It has antiseptic and local irritating properties, accelerates regeneration of damaged tissues.

• Indications for use: abscesses, boils, carbuncles, vascular lesions, hemorrhoids, pressure ulcers, ulcerative lesions, psoriasis, lymphangitis, lymphadenitis, burns, frostbite.
• Contraindications: hypersensitivity to the components of the ointment, cysts with suppuration, fatty tumors, proctitis. It is not used on large areas of the skin and for patients with impaired renal function.
• Dosing and Administration: externally, the drug is applied a thin layer on the affected tissue and covered with a gauze cloth on top. Application on mucous membranes is contraindicated. When hemorrhoids are processed only the outer dropped nodules.
• Overdose: skin allergic reactions, skin itching, rashes, redness and peeling.
• Side effects: hypersensitivity reactions, swelling, rashes, itching, increased skin peeling.

Ointment is produced in aluminum tubes and polymer jars.

Levomexol

Combined drug with antibiotic and immunostimulating active substance.

Indication: purulent wounds, trophic ulcers, external hemorrhoids, boils, purulent-inflammatory skin lesions, burns of 2-3 degrees. The ointment is applied to sterile wipes, which are applied to the lesion site or the wound is friable. The procedure is carried out 2 times a day until the general condition improves.

Contraindications: intolerance to the components of the drug. Side effects are allergic reactions.

Fleming ointment

Homeopathic remedy, is used for uncomplicated forms of external hemorrhoids, vasomotor rhinitis, allergic dermatitis. With the help of a cotton swab, 1-3 times a day is applied to the hemorrhoids. The average duration of treatment is 5-7 days.

Fleming is contraindicated in hypersensitivity to its active components. Side effects are allergic reactions. There have been no cases of overdose.

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Posterizan

Medicinal product for rectal and anorectal administration. Has immunostimulating properties, increases local specific and nonspecific immune response. Stimulates the healing of damaged tissues and mucous membranes.

• Indications for use: hemorrhoids, anal and rectal cracks, anorectal area eczema.
• Method of application: ointment applied locally to the affected tissue, gently rubbing. The procedures are carried out twice a day. Duration of treatment is 5-7 days.
• Side effects: allergic reactions, local skin irritation. Overdose is possible with occasional oral administration of the drug. To eliminate violations from the gastrointestinal tract, gastric lavage and enterosorbents are indicated.
• Contraindications: hypersensitivity reactions to the components of the drug, pediatric practice.

The drug is available in the form of suppositories and ointments.

Ointments with vasoconstrictive and venotonic properties

Trkezogen

Angioprotective agent, reduces swelling, pain, trophic and varicose lesions. It alleviates pain, itching and bleeding with hemorrhoids.

• Indications for use: varicose veins in the rectum (pain, exudation, pruritus and bleeding), chronic venous insufficiency, postphlebitic syndrome. Condition after sclerotherapy of veins and removal of varicose veins.
• Method of application: ointment applied twice a day on the affected tissue, slightly rubbing for better penetration into the skin. The remedy should be used regularly for an extended period of time.
• Side effects: skin allergic reactions. Cases of overdose are not known.
• Contraindications: the first trimester of pregnancy, hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Troxevasin is available in the form of an ointment for topical use and in the form of capsules for oral administration.

Trokserutin

A drug from the group of angioprotectors. It has a venotonic, anti-inflammatory and membrane-stabilizing activity. Increases the elasticity of blood vessels and reduces their permeability, improves trophism of tissues.

• Indications for use: venous insufficiency, pre-erect and varicose, phlebitis, superficial thrombophlebitis. Pain of traumatic origin, complex treatment of hemorrhoids, tonic muscle cramps.
• Method of application: externally, a thin layer on the affected areas. The procedures are carried out 2-3 times a day, the duration of treatment will be determined by the attending physician.
• Side effects: disorders of stool, hyperemia of the skin and other local allergic reactions. Overdose has similar symptoms. Treatment is symptomatic, there is no specific antidote.
• Contraindications: hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, pediatric practice, open wound surfaces. Not used in the first trimester of pregnancy.

Troxerutin is available in the form of ointments and capsules for oral administration.

Relief

Antihemorrhoids with hemostatic, wound-healing, anti-inflammatory and immunomodulating properties. Contains the active ingredient - shark liver oil. Reduces itching, swelling, exudative and serous discharge during hemorrhoids and other lesions of the anorectal zone.

• Indications for use: anal fissures, anal itching, external / internal hemorrhoids, microtrauma and anus erosion.
• Method of application: the applicator is lubricated with a small amount of ointment and applied to the affected tissues of the perianal region and inside the anus. Treatment is carried out 2-4 times a day for 5-7 days.
• Contraindications: individual intolerance to the components of the drug, thromboembolic disease, granulocytopenia.

Relief is available in the form of ointments and rectal suppositories. Cases of overdose and adverse reactions from the drug are not fixed.

Ointments with analgesic effect

Bezornil

A drug from the pharmacotherapeutic group of antihemorrhoidal medications. Effectively anesthetizes, antiseptic, hemostatic, astringent.

• Indications for use: a comprehensive treatment of anal fissures and veins of the anal region.
• Method of administration: ointment is injected rectally into the rectum with the help of an applicator. The procedure is carried out twice a day after a preliminary defecation or cleansing enema. To increase the effectiveness of the drug, the ointment is additionally applied to a napkin and covered with affected tissue. The course of treatment is 10-14 days.
• Side effects: allergic reactions. To eliminate them, it is necessary to reduce the frequency of use of the drug.
• Contraindications: intolerance of the components of the drug, the age of patients under 18 years.

Bezornil is available only in the form of an ointment in aluminum tubes with a special tip.

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Procto-Glienol

Combined drug for local treatment of hemorrhoids. It has anti-inflammatory, local anesthetic and venotonic properties. Reduces pain and improves microcirculation, reduces the intensity of inflammation.

The medication is used to treat internal and external hemorrhoids of medium severity. It can also be used in the complex therapy of severe forms of vein dilatation in the anal region, rectal fissures. Ointment is injected into the rectum 2 times a day. The duration of treatment is determined by the attending physician.

As a rule, the drug is well tolerated by patients. In a few cases, the development of local allergic reactions, burning and itching in the anal area was noted. Ointment is not recommended for intolerance of its components, as well as for patients in the first trimester of pregnancy.

Relief Advance

Rectal ointment, used to treat hemorrhoids and anal fissures. Effective in diseases of the rectum with severe pain syndrome, itching and burning in the anorectal area. Can be used in the postoperative period with proctologic operations and as an anesthetic for diagnostic procedures.

Ointment is used after hygienic procedures. The applicator is lubricated with the drug and the affected tissue is treated. Treatment is recommended before bedtime or in the morning after defecation. Therapy lasts until the disappearance of painful symptoms. In case of an overdose, allergic reactions and worsening of general health appear. For their elimination, drug withdrawal and further symptomatic therapy are indicated.

Relief Advance is not used for individual sensitivity to the components of the drug, thromboembolism, granulocytopenia. Adverse reactions are manifested by allergic rashes, flushing and itching of the skin. Treatment is symptomatic with mandatory dosage adjustment.