Emorril Rectal Cream 1% + 1.5% Lidocaine Hydrochloride 40g

NAME
EMORRIL 10 MG / G + 15 MG / G RECTAL CREAM

PHARMACOTHERAPEUTIC CATEGORY
Substances for the treatment of hemorrhoids and anal fissures for topical use based on corticosteroids.

ACTIVE PRINCIPLES
1g of rectal cream contains: 10mg hydrocortisone acetate, 15mg lidocaine hydrochloride.

EXCIPIENTS
Anhydrous lanolin, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, polysorbate 61, white petroleum jelly, propylene glycol, carbomers, anhydrous citric acid, purified water.

INDICATIONS
Internal and external hemorrhoids; complications of hemorrhoids (eczema, erythema, fissures, itching, burning); pre or post-operative treatment with anorectal surgery.

CONTRAINDICATIONS / SECONDARY EFFECT
Hypersensitivity 'to the active ingredients or to any of the excipients. Hypersensitivity 'to other local anesthetics of the amide type and to other cortisone, although the two substances have proved relatively devoid of allergic or sensitizing properties. The drug must not be administered to children under 12 years of age.

DOSAGE
2 or more applications per day. Method of administration: apply with a light massage, in the quantity sufficient to cover the affected part. For internal applications, use the special cannula, attached to the package, which adapts to the tube.

STORAGE
This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.

WARNINGS
The use, especially if prolonged, of the product can give rise to sensitization phenomena. In this case it is necessary to interrupt the treatment and notify the doctor in order to establish suitable therapy. The same is true in the case of haemorrhages. Keep out of sight. Emorril contains: anhydrous lanolin. It can cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis). Methyl parahydroxybenzoate and propyl parahydroxybenzoate: they can cause allergic reactions (even delayed). Propylene glycol: can cause skin irritation.

INTERACTIONS
There are no known interactions with other medicinal products and other forms of interactions.

SIDE EFFECTS
Side effects may occur due to excessive dosage or rapid absorption of lidocaine hydrochloride; this represents a phenomenon common to any other anesthetic. In the event of allergic reactions (characterized by skin lesions, hives, edema and anaphylactic reactions) the application must be stopped. Hydrocortisone acetate, like other topical corticosteroid preparations, can accentuate an incipient infection. In this case it is necessary to institute suitable coverage therapy. Report any suspected adverse reactions via the national reporting system.

PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING
Use during pregnancy may be considered if necessary.