PROKTALEK [Phenylephrine hydrochloride + Lidocaine] 2.5 + 50 mg Cream for external use

instructions for the medical use of the medicinal product

PROKTALEK

 

 

Tradename:

Proktalek, Прокталек

International non-proprietary name or generic name:

Phenylephrine, Lidocaine; Фенилэфрин, Лидокаин

Composition per 1 g of cream:

active substances: phenylephrine hydrochloride 2.5 mg, lidocaine 50 mg;

excipients: Glycerin, white petrolatum, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, mono- and diglyceride, light liquid paraffin, methylparaben, propylparaben, propylene glycol, citric acid monohydrate, disodium edetate, polysorbate 80, aloe, vitamin E, dexpanthenol, purified water.

Dosage form:

Cream for external use.

Pharmacotherapeutic group:

Drugs for local anesthesia in proctology.

Code АТХ: N01BB52

Pharmacological properties

Pharmacodynamics

Phenylephrine is an α-adrenergic agonist with a local vasoconstrictor effect, which helps reduce exudation, tissue swelling, and itching in the anorectal area.

Lidocaine is a local anesthetic. Its analgesic and antipruritic effects are achieved by inhibiting the formation and conduction of nerve impulses along afferent nerve fibers through depolarization of sodium channels.

Pharmacokinetics

Phenylephrine undergoes systemic absorption after topical administration.

The absorption and bioavailability of lidocaine after rectal administration of cream is approximately 30%. The half-life is 1-2 hours. Lidocaine is metabolized by oxidative N-dealkylation, hydrolysis of the amide bond, and hydroxylation of the aromatic ring to form 4-hydroxy-2,6-xylidine, which is the major metabolite. 70% of the drug is excreted in the urine as this metabolite.

Indications for use

As a symptomatic remedy (pain, itching, burning) for hemorrhoids, anal fissures, anal itching.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any of the drug's components, mucosal damage, children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Use with caution in patients with arterial hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, thromboembolic disease, and granulocytopenia.

Method of administration and dosage

Topically, rectally, after performing perianal hygiene procedures.

Squeeze a small amount of cream (about the size of a pea) onto your finger and apply it to the skin around the anus and into the anal canal to a depth of 1 cm. To overcome sphincter resistance, apply the cream with your fingertip.

The recommended dose is twice daily (morning and evening) until symptoms improve, after which the dose can be reduced. The duration of therapy is determined by your doctor.

Special instructions and precautions

Consult a doctor before using this medication.

If irritation, bleeding, worsening of the condition occurs, or if there is no effect within 7 days, discontinue use and consult a doctor.

Do not use concomitantly with antihypertensive medications or MAO inhibitors.

Use with caution in elderly patients, who may be more sensitive to the systemic effects of lidocaine.

Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding

There is insufficient experience with the use of this drug during pregnancy.

It may be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women as prescribed by a physician if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus and child.

Interaction with other medicinal products

Due to the phenylephrine content, the effect of antihypertensive medications is reduced. Hypertensive crisis may occur when co-administered with MAO inhibitor antidepressants.

When using other local anesthetics and structurally similar agents, the risk of increased systemic effects with high doses of lidocaine should be considered. Caution should be exercised when co-administering lidocaine with antiarrhythmic medications. Drugs that reduce lidocaine clearance (e.g., cimetidine or beta-blockers) may cause potentially toxic plasma concentrations with repeated high doses of lidocaine over a prolonged period.

Side effect

Allergic reactions, irritation similar to contact dermatitis at the application site,

anxiety, tremors, insomnia, nervousness, dizziness, numbness of the tongue and around the mouth, absentmindedness, irritation, peripheral vasodilation due to hypertension, arrhythmia, and exacerbation of hyperthyroidism.

If any of the side effects listed in the instructions worsen, or you notice any other side effects not listed in the instructions, notify your doctor.

Overdose

No cases of overdose have been reported.

Storage conditions

Store in a dark place at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.

Keep out of reach of children.

Shelf life

3 years. Do not use after the expiration date printed on the package.

Vacation conditions

Over the counter.

Release form

30g of cream in an aluminum tube with a polypropylene lid. One tube with instructions for use in a cardboard box.

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