Boots Haemorrhoid Suppositories
(Allantoin, Lidocaine)
Effective soothing relief from itching, irritation, pain & discomfort
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Uses: This medicine contains a local anaesthetic, Lidocaine, to relieve the pain and discomfort of haemorrhoids (also known as piles). It also contains Allantoin which helps healing.
Before you use this medicine
Do not use:
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor:
- If you have continuous pain or bleeding from the anus, a change in bowel habit, a swollen stomach or have lost weight without trying
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
How to use this medicine
Check the blister is not broken before use. If it is, do not use that suppository.
Wash hands thoroughly before and after inserting the suppository. Remove the protective film.
Adults: If possible empty bowels before use. Gently insert one suppository deep into the rectum morning and night and after each bowel movement.
Use only in the rectum. Do not swallow the suppository.
Do not use for children under 12 years.
Do not use this medicine for more than 7 days, unless your doctor tells you to.
If symptoms do not go away within 7 days talk to your doctor.
If anyone accidentally swallows a suppository: Talk to a doctor straight away.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some.
If you get any of these serious side effects, stop using the suppositories. See a doctor:
- Allergic reactions (e.g. skin rash, redness or itchy skin)
This other effect is less serious. If it bothers you talk to a pharmacist:
- Diarrhoea
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Store at or below 25°C.
Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
Use by the date on the side panel of the carton.
Active ingredients: Each suppository contains Allantoin 10.25 mg, Lidocaine Hydrochloride 10.25 mg.
Also contains: colloidal silicon dioxide, witepsol w35, purified water.
PL 00240/0071
Text prepared 3/09
Manufactured for
by the Marketing Authorisation holder
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