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Germoloids Cream provides fast and effective relief from piles (haemorrhoids) and anal itching. It contains active ingredients to help reduce the painful swelling of piles, whilst soothing the itching and irritation, plus a local anaesthetic for effective relief from pain and discomfort.
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Zinc oxide Ph. Eur. 6.6% w/w
Lidocaine hydrochloride Ph. Eur. 0.7% w/w
The symptomatic relief of pain, swelling, irritation and itching associated with haemorrhoids and pruritus ani.
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Adults and children aged 12 years and over:
Apply at least twice a day with a minimum of three to four hours between applications. Further applications can be made at any time of day and are particularly recommended after bowel movement.
Do not use more than four times in any 24 hour period.
External piles and pruritus ani:
Apply to the affected area.
Internal piles:
Gently insert applicator into the anal opening and expel a small amount of the cream by squeezing the tube gently.
Children under 12 years:
Only as directed by a doctor
The elderly:
Use as per adult directions.
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Special warnings and precautions for use
Persons who continually suffer from haemorrhoids or who have severe haemorrhoids or who experience excessive bleeding, are advised to consult a doctor
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There is a lack of definitive evidence of safety of the product in human pregnancy and lactation. However, lidocaine hydrochloride and zinc oxide have been in wide use for many years without apparent ill consequence. It is not necessary to contraindicate this product in pregnancy and lactation provided caution is exercised and the directions for use are followed. However, as with all medicines, the advice of a doctor should be sought.
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