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Pilorute Cream

Manufactured byMANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsTroxerutin (2 %w/w) + Calcium Dobesilate (0.25 %w/w) + Zinc oxide (5 %w/w) + Phenylephrine (0.1 %w/w) + Lidocaine (3 %w/w) + Hydrocortisone (0.25 %w/w)
Description
Pilorute Cream is used for the treatment of haemorrhoids, commonly called piles. Haemorrhoids are swollen veins located in the lower portion of the anus or rectum which may cause discomfort and bleeding. This medicine helps in reducing the pain, swelling, itching, and discomfort that may be associated with piles. Pilorute Cream may cause burning sensation, irritation, etc at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen. Pilorute Cream should be applied externally to the affected part of your skin as directed by your doctor. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to effectively treat your condition. Pilorute Cream should be avoided if you are allergic to it. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before using this medication.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pilorute Cream

  • Burning, stinging, or irritation at the application site
  • Skin rash
  • Dry skin

Uses of Pilorute Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Haemorrhoids
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required by Pilorute Cream to show its effect is not clinically known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Pilorute Cream remains effective in your body is not clinically 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?
    No habit forming tendencies have been reported with Pilorute Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to lack of safety and efficacy studies, it is not known whether Pilorute Cream use during pregnancy will affect your developing foetus. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Pilorute Cream passes into breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.

Allergy

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

Pregnancy

Due to lack of safety and efficacy studies, it is not known whether Pilorute Cream use during pregnancy will affect your developing foetus. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Pilorute Cream passes into breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings

External use only

Pilorute Cream is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. In the case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water. Seek immediate medical help in case of accidental ingestion.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Pilorute Cream as soon as you remember. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Since Pilorute Cream is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not apply more than the prescribed dose.
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.
Pilorute Cream is meant for external use only. Use it as directed by your doctor. Close the cover of the tube immediately after use to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the tip of the tube. Use Pilorute Cream at around the same time every day for the ease of remembrance. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless directed by your doctor. Do not give Pilorute Cream to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Pilorute Cream is a combination of Troxerutin, Calcium Dobesilate, Zinc oxide, Phenylephrine, Lidocaine, and Hydrocortisone. Troxerutin and Calcium Dobesilate protect the blood vessels and promote healing. Zinc Oxide acts as an antiseptic and prevents the growth of infection-causing germs. Phenylephrine acts on the blood vessels and helps in relieving itching and irritation. Lidocaine is a local anaesthetic that works by blocking nerve signals and provides immediate and prolonged relief from pain. Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid. It works by decreasing the formation of certain chemical substances in your body that are responsible for causing redness, swelling, and itching of the affected part of your skin.
Legal Status

Unknown

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Classification

Category

Vasoprotective agent, Topical astringents, Local anaesthetics, Topical corticosteroids, Topical antiseptic

Schedule

Schedule H

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Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Phenylephrine. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 19 April 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Phenylephrine>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Calcium dobesilate. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 19 April 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Calcium-dobesilate>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Lidocaine. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 19 April 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Lidocaine>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Zinc. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 19 April 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Zinc>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Hydrocortisone. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 19 April 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Hydrocortisone>
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