• Haemorrhoids, anal fissures, and other anorectal conditions causing inflammation, itching, and pain.
  • Relief from discomfort caused by proctitis and post-surgical anorectal procedures.

Dose:

  • Cream or ointment: 
    • Apply a small amount to the affected area BD/TDS preferably in the morning, at bedtime and after each bowel movement
  • Suppository:
    • Insert 1 suppository into the rectum up to BD/TDS as needed

Cream/Ointment:

  • Betamethasone 0.05%
  • Phenylephrine 0.1%
  • Lidocaine 2.5%

Suppository:

  • Betamethasone 0.5mg
  • Phenylephrine 10mg
  • Lidocaine 60mg
  • Cleanse the affected area with mild soap and water, and pat dry.
  • Apply a thin layer of the cream or ointment to the affected area and gently massage.

Betamethasone (Corticosteroid): Suppresses the release of inflammatory mediators, reducing swelling, redness, and itching.

Phenylephrine (Vasoconstrictor): Reduces blood flow to the hemorrhoidal area, thereby decreasing swelling and discomfort.

Lidocaine (Local Anaesthetic): Blocks sodium channels in nerve cells, numbing the area and providing relief from pain and itching

  • Mild irritation
  • Redness
  • Burning sensation at the site of application.
  • Temporary numbness or tingling
  • Hypersensitivity to components of the formulation
  • Presence of fungal, viral, or bacterial infections in the affected area without appropriate antimicrobial treatment
  • Severe heart conditions
  • Other corticosteroids
  • Blood pressure meds
  • Local anaesthetics

                                   Drug Status

Availability Prescription only
Pregnancy Weigh risk vs benefit
Breastfeeding Use with caution
Schedule Not controlled
BRAND NAME STRENGTH FORMULATION PACK SIZE MANUFACTURER DISTRIBUTOR
Pyloocain 0.05% w/w + 0.1% w/w + 2.5% w/w Ointment 30g Galemtic Pharma Avacare Kenya