Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol
About Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol
Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol is a rectal medicine used to relieve pain, itching, burning, swelling, and discomfort caused by haemorrhoids (piles) and anal fissures (small tears in the lining of the anus). It works directly at the affected area to help numb pain, soothe irritation, and protect sensitive skin.
For the best results, use Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol exactly as directed by your doctor. It is usually applied after bowel movements and after gently cleaning and drying the affected area. Eating a high-fibre diet, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding straining during bowel movements can help improve your symptoms and support healing.
Most people tolerate this medicine well. Like all medicines, it can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Mild burning, stinging, or redness at the application site may occur and usually improves after a short time. Stop using this medicine and contact your doctor if you develop severe pain, worsening swelling, persistent bleeding, or signs of an allergic reaction.
Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to lignocaine (a local anaesthetic that temporarily numbs an area of the body), lanolin, or any of the other ingredients. Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you have severe rectal bleeding, deep wounds around the anus, or symptoms that do not improve after a few days of treatment.
Tell your doctor if you are using any other rectal medicines or have other medical conditions. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for an older adult, ask your doctor whether this medicine is suitable before using it.
Uses of Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol
Medicinal Benefits
When used as directed as part of your treatment plan, Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol may provide the following benefits:
- Helps relieve pain and discomfort: May help reduce pain, soreness, and tenderness caused by haemorrhoids (piles) and anal fissures.
- Helps soothe itching and burning: May help relieve itching, burning, and irritation around the affected area.
- Supports more comfortable bowel movements: By reducing discomfort and protecting sensitive tissues, this medicine may make bowel movements easier and more comfortable.
- Helps protect irritated skin: May help form a protective barrier over the affected area, reducing irritation caused by friction and moisture.
- Supports the natural healing process: Keeping the affected area protected and comfortable may help support normal healing when used alongside healthy bowel habits and your doctor's advice.
Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Check the label for directions before using Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol and use it as advised by the doctor.
- Clean and dry the affected area. Take the prescribed amount onto the applicator and apply it directly onto the anal/rectal area.
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
- Remove the applicator carefully and remain lying down for a few minutes to allow the medication to absorb.
Storage
Side Effects of Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol
Common Side Effects (Usually mild):
- Temporary burning or stinging at the application site
- Mild redness or irritation around the anus
- A temporary cooling or tingling sensation
Serious Side Effects (Consult your doctor right away):
- Severe burning, pain, or swelling that gets worse
- New or worsening rectal bleeding
- Signs of an allergic reaction, such as a skin rash, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat, and difficulty breathing
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- For rectal use only: Use this medicine only in and around the rectal area. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Use only as directed: Do not apply this medicine more often or for longer than recommended. Excessive use may increase the absorption of lignocaine (a local anaesthetic that temporarily numbs an area of the body) and, rarely, cause serious side effects, including methaemoglobinaemia (a condition in which the blood cannot carry oxygen effectively).
- Keep the applicator clean: If you use the applicator, wash it thoroughly with warm water and mild soap after each use and allow it to dry before storing it.
- Tell your healthcare professional: Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are using other rectal medicines or develop new symptoms while using this medicine.
- Seek medical advice if symptoms persist: Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within a few days, become worse, or if you develop severe pain, increasing rectal bleeding, fever, or signs of an allergic reaction.
- Support healthy bowel habits: Eat a high-fibre diet, drink enough fluids, and avoid straining during bowel movements to help reduce irritation and support healing.
Drug Interactions
- Other rectal medicines: Using more than one rectal product at the same time may increase irritation or affect how each medicine works. Follow your doctor's advice about when and how to use each product.
- Local anaesthetics (medicines that temporarily numb an area of the body): Avoid using other medicines containing lignocaine, lidocaine, or similar local anaesthetics unless advised by your doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known whether Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
safe if prescribedLanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol usually does not affect your ability to drive.
Liver
cautionLimited information is available. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionLimited information is available. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol in patients with kidney impairment.
Children
cautionLimited information is available. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol in children. Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol should be used in children only if prescribed by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat a high-fibre diet: Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other fibre-rich foods to help soften stools and make bowel movements easier.
- Stay well hydrated: Drink enough water throughout the day to help prevent constipation and reduce straining during bowel movements.
- Avoid straining: Try not to strain or hold your breath while passing stools, as this can increase pressure on the veins around the anus and worsen haemorrhoids (piles).
- Do not delay bowel movements: Go to the toilet when you feel the urge, and avoid sitting on the toilet for long periods, as this may increase pressure on the anal area.
- Keep the area clean and dry: Gently clean the anal area after each bowel movement and pat it dry. Wearing loose, breathable cotton underwear may help reduce moisture and irritation.
Special Advise
If the symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of using Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol, please consult a doctor.
Do not use Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol over a large area or use tight-fitting diapers/plastic pants unless directed by your doctor.
If irritation or rectal bleeding develops/persists, stop using Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol and consult a doctor.
Avoid contact of Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol with eyes, nose, and mouth. If contact occurs accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Piles: Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, are the inflamed and swollen veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort, pain, and bleeding. Haemorrhoids can be external or internal. Internal haemorrhoids develop within the rectum and anus, whereas external haemorrhoids develop outside of the anus region. Piles cause pain, itching and bleeding. They also cause trouble in sitting. Symptoms include itching, irritation, and pain around the anus, swelling near the anus region, painful bowel movements, and blood in stools.
Anal fissure: Anal fissure is a small tear in the mucosa that lines the anus. This causes pain and bleeding during or after a bowel movement. Anal fissures generally heal on their own. If the condition lasts for more than 8 weeks, it can be considered chronic. Sometimes, surgery may also be needed depending on the condition. Symptoms include tears of skin around the anus region, burning sensation, pain, and blood during a bowel movement.
Anal fistula: It is an infected tunnel that develops between the end of the bowel and the anus skin. Mostly, anal fistulas develop due to infections in the anus, which spreads to the skin. Symptoms of an anal fistula include pain, discharge of pus or blood from the anus, and swelling.
FAQs
Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol is used to treat haemorrhoids (piles), anal fissures, and anal fistula. It relieves itching, pain and reduces bleeding, swelling associated with piles and anal fissures.
Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol kills infections causing micro-organisms, relieves itching and pain and reduces bleeding and swelling associated with piles, anal fissures, and anal fistula.
Avoid using Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor, as lignocaine in Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol may make your skin sensitive if used for longer durations. If your condition does not improve despite using Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol for 2-4 weeks, consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe you an alternate medicine.
The symptoms of anal fissure and piles are similar. However, 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.
Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol 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.
Continue using Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol 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 Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol.
The safety of using this rectal ointment during pregnancy is not fully established. Talk to your doctor to weigh the benefits and potential risks before using this medication.
Yes, Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol can be used internally by attaching the clean applicator nozzle provided with the tube. Talk to your doctor for specific instructions on internal use.
Your doctor may advise applying Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol before a bowel movement if pain is making it difficult to pass stools. Use this medicine only for the duration and frequency recommended by your doctor. Prolonged daily use without medical supervision is not advised. If your pain worsens, you develop increasing bleeding or other new symptoms, or your symptoms persist despite treatment, stop relying on the numbing effect and contact your doctor for further assessment.
This medicine is for rectal use only. If it is swallowed accidentally, it may cause serious side effects, particularly in children, including drowsiness, dizziness, seizures, or changes in heart rhythm. Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical advice or go to your nearest emergency department. Take the medicine pack with you.
Yes, laxatives or stool softeners can be used alongside Lanolin+lignocaine+menthol+thymol to make bowel movements easier. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist to choose the right stool softener for your situation.
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