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Pilo Go Cream

Manufactured byLEEFORD HEALTHCARE LTD
ContainsBeclomethasone (0.025 %w/w) + Phenylephrine (0.1 %w/w) + Lidocaine (2.5 %w/w)
Description
Pilo Go Cream is a combination of Beclomethasone, Phenylephrine and Lidocaine. It is used in the treatment of haemorrhoids (piles) and anal fissures (a small painful tear in the lining of the anus) as it relieves pain, swelling, or itching associated with such conditions. This medicine is also used to relieve pain and swelling after haemorrhoid surgery (a surgical procedure to remove piles). Pilo Go Cream rarely shows side effects like burning sensation, itching, redness, or irritation at the site of application. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve with time. Pilo Go Cream should be used as prescribed by your doctor. Clean and dry the affected area before applying this medicine. Wash your hands before and after using this medicine. Avoid getting it into your eyes or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Pilo Go Cream is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any other medicines to treat the same condition. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pilo Go Cream

  • Redness of skin
  • Burning, itching, and irritation of the skin

Uses of Pilo Go Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Anal Fissures and Haemorrohoids
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time Pilo Go Cream takes to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Pilo Go Cream remains active in your body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Pilo Go Cream has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    It is not known whether Pilo Go Cream is safe for use during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Pilo Go Cream is safe for use while breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid using Pilo Go Cream if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

It is not known whether Pilo Go Cream is safe for use during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Pilo Go Cream is safe for use while breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Allergic reactions

Prolonged use of Pilo Go Cream has the potential of causing moderate to severe allergic reactions in the body.

Other medicines

Pilo Go Cream may interact with certain medications and cause undesired effects. Hence, inform your doctor if you are using any other medicines to treat the same condition.

External use only

Pilo Go Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, mucous membrane, or open wounds.

Visual disturbance

Pilo Go Cream may cause visual disturbances in some cases. If you experience symptoms such as blurred vision or other visual disturbances, consult your doctor immediately.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Pilo Go Cream as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Pilo Go Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large quantities. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply a thin layer of Pilo Go Cream to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. If internal administration is required, apply a small amount of the cream using an applicator. Do not use it on damaged or infected areas of the skin. Use Pilo Go Cream for the recommended duration to get maximum benefits. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Pilo Go Cream is a combination of Beclomethasone, Phenylephrine and Lidocaine. Beclomethasone work by inhibiting the release of certain substances in the body that cause pain and swelling. Phenylephrine narrows the blood vessels and reduces swelling. Lidocaine works by blocking the transfer of pain signals from the nerves to the brain. Thus it helps to relieve pain and itching.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Anti-hemorrhoid agents, Topical anesthetics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 1 Dec 2021

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