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128 mm

Information Tor the user

Haemorrhoid Relief Ointment (Lidocaine, Zinc Oxide)

Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.

i This medicine is available without | prescription to treat minor conditions, i However, you still need to use it carefully | to get the best results from it.

!• Keep this leaflet, you may need to read ' it again

i» Ask your pharmacist if you need more ] information or advice • You must see a doctor if your symptoms | do not go away within 14 days

; What this medicine is for

i This medicine contains two ingredients -] Lidocaine, which is a local anaesthetic to i reduce pain, and an astringent, Zinc | Oxide, which helps relieve pain, soothe ' and protect sore skin.

| The medicine can be used to relieve i internal and external haemorrhoids (also | known as piles), and to relieve itching ' and irritation around the anus.

' Internal haemorrhoids appear inside the i lower section of the bowel (rectum).

] External haemorrhoids appear outside i the opening of the bowel (anus).

! Before you use this I medicine

] This medicine can be used by adults and i children aged 12 years and over.

| However, some people should not use ¹ this medicine or should seek the advice I of their pharmacist or doctor first.

XDo not use:

i* If you are allergic to any of the

| ingredients (see “What is in this medicine”)

;f Talk to your pharmacist or ! doctor:

> If you are pregnant

! You can use this medicine if you are ' breastfeeding.

Other important information

When you have haemorrhoids you should try to avoid getting constipation as it can make the symptoms worse. If you need more advice about how to avoid constipation talk to your pharmacist.

/How to use this medicine

Check the tube seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not use the ointment. Pierce tube seal with end of cap. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using the ointment. Apply only to the rectal and anal area.

Directions for use

For internal haemorrhoids: The

product comes with an applicator for applying the ointment inside the bowel.

•    Remove the cap of the tube

•    Screw the nozzle onto the end of the tube

•    Squeeze a small amount of ointment through the nozzle and rub it round the outside of the nozzle

•    Insert the nozzle into the anal opening and gently squeeze a small amount of ointment inside the bowel (this is easier to do if you bend forward)

•    After use remove the nozzle and replace the cap on the tube

•    Wash the nozzle thoroughly with hot soapy water, rinse and dry

•    Follow the instructions in the table on the back of the leaflet

For external haemorrhoids: Wet some cotton wool with warm water and gently clean the sore area. Carefully dry with fresh cotton wool and then apply the ointment.

Follow the instructions in the table on the back of the leaflet.

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