Pileum Cream Substitute
Uses:
Treatment of Piles and anal fissures.
Medicinal Benefits:
Pileum Cream is a combination of six drugs, namely: Calcium dobesilate, Hydrocortisone, Lidocaine, Troxerutin, Zinc oxide and Phenylephrine. Pileum Cream belongs to the group of medicines called anorectal preparations used to treat anal fissures and haemorrhoids (piles). Calcium dobesilate and Troxerutin are vasoprotective agents that promote healing and lower inflammation by decreasing the viscosity of the blood and reducing leakage from the blood vessels. Hydrocortisone is a steroid which helps in reducing itching, redness and swelling due to piles. Lidocaine is a local anaesthetic that blocks the pain signals from the nerves to the brain, thereby decreasing the sensation of pain. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that decreases irritation and discomfort by shrinking the blood vessels in the affected area. Zinc oxide has an antiseptic and astringent action. Together, Pileum Cream provides relief from pain, inflammation, discomfort, and itching associated with piles and anal fissures.
Pileum Cream is used to treat anal fissures and haemorrhoids (piles).
Pileum Cream is a combination of six drugs, namely: Calcium dobesilate, Hydrocortisone, Lidocaine, Troxerutin, Zinc oxide, and Phenylephrine. Calcium dobesilate and Troxerutin promote healing and lower inflammation by decreasing the viscosity of the blood and reducing leakage from the blood vessels. Hydrocortisone helps in reducing itching, redness and swelling due to piles. Lidocaine blocks the pain signals from the nerves to the brain, thereby decreasing the sensation of pain. Phenylephrine decreases irritation and discomfort by shrinking the blood vessels in the affected area. Zinc oxide has an antiseptic and astringent action. Together, Pileum Cream relieves pain and discomfort due to piles and anal fissures.
Pileum Cream contains a steroid; therefore, it should not be used for longer durations unless prescribed by a doctor. If your condition does not improve despite using Pileum Cream for a few weeks, consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe you an alternate medicine.
Continue using Pileum Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Pileum Cream.
No, Pileum Cream should not be used on the face or any other body parts. It is intended to treat pain and discomfort associated with piles and anal fissures.
The symptoms of anal fissures and piles are similar. However, an anal fissure is a small tear in the mucosa that lines the anus, whereas piles are inflamed and swollen veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort, pain and bleeding.
Pileum Cream may cause a burning sensation of the skin at the site of application as a temporary side effect. However, if the burning sensation persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
Pileum Cream may cause side effects such as irritation, redness, itching or burning sensation at the application site. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Eat a fibre-rich diet, as it can improve the bowel movement. Consume leafy vegetables, whole grains, lentils and fruits. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption and smoking and drink lots of water. Avoid lifting heavy weights as it can put strain on the anal area.
Your doctor will recommend you to make changes in your diet and lifestyle (like enough sleep and plenty of exercises) and sitz bath. In a sitz bath, fill about half the capacity of the tub with warm water and sit in it bare skin to get relief.