Germoloids Cream for Piles with Applicator - 55g

Description

Germoloids Cream combines zinc oxide and the local anaesthetic lidocaine to relieve the pain, swelling, irritation and itching of internal and external piles, in a larger 55g tube with applicator sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).

Key facts

Format	Cream with applicator nozzle
Pack	55g tube
Active ingredients	Zinc oxide 6.6% w/w and lidocaine hydrochloride 0.7% w/w
Other ingredients	Emulsifying wax, white soft paraffin, methyl salicylate, methyl hydroxybenzoate (E218), butyl hydroxybenzoate, water
Used for	Symptoms of internal and external haemorrhoids (piles) and anal itching (pruritus ani)
Suitable for	Adults and children aged 12 years and over

Who it is for

Adults and children aged 12 years and over with pain, swelling, irritation or itching from internal or external piles.
People with anal itching (pruritus ani).

Not suitable for: Do not use if you are allergic to zinc oxide, lidocaine or any other ingredient; children under 12 should use it only under a doctor's supervision.

How to use

Read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.
Wash your hands before and after use. Before first use, check the tube seal is intact.
External piles: apply the cream directly to the affected area.
Internal piles: screw the nozzle onto the tube, gently insert it into the anus and squeeze the tube gently.
Adults and children aged 12 and over: apply at least twice a day, leaving 3 to 4 hours between applications. Extra applications are recommended after a bowel movement. Do not use more than 4 times in 24 hours.
Replace the cap firmly and keep the tube, cap and nozzle clean.

Frequently asked questions

How often can I apply Germoloids Cream?

Apply at least twice a day, at least 3 to 4 hours apart, and no more than 4 times in 24 hours. Applying after a bowel movement is recommended.

What is the difference between the 25g and 55g packs?

Both contain the same cream with zinc oxide 6.6% and lidocaine hydrochloride 0.7%. The 55g tube simply holds more than twice as much.

Can it be used for internal piles?

Yes. Use the applicator nozzle supplied for internal piles, or apply directly to the skin for external piles.

Can I use it when pregnant or breastfeeding?

It may be used while pregnant or breastfeeding, but talk to your doctor first.

When should I see a doctor?

See a doctor if you have piles all the time, severe piles or heavy bleeding, or if you do not feel better.

Safety and storage

For use in and around the anus only. Do not swallow; if any is swallowed, contact a doctor straight away or go to your nearest A&E department.
Contains methyl hydroxybenzoate (E218), which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Rarely, increased local irritation may occur. If this happens, stop using the cream and tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Store below 25°C in the original carton.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Read the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.

This is a medicine. Always read the enclosed leaflet before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition or take other medicines.