This is an automatically translated article.
During the use of topical hemorrhoids, many patients often complain that it is not effective. So what is the cause as well as how to use hemorrhoid creams safely and effectively?
1. When to use hemorrhoids?
Currently, there are many ways used to treat hemorrhoids, including surgical methods such as cutting hemorrhoids, sclerotherapy, ... but these methods are evaluated as expensive, laborious as well as labor intensive. pain for the patient.
Meanwhile, hemorrhoids are the solution that many patients choose first instead of surgical methods. With ingredients including antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, hemostatic, .... Hemorrhoid topical helps reduce symptoms of inflammation, burning pain, entanglement when hemorrhoids grow, helps to stop bleeding quickly and prevent blood vessel blockage. ,...
Besides hemorrhoids can also be used at home, which is more convenient than having to go to the hospital. How to use is also extremely simple just follow the instructions of the doctor, short use time in just a few weeks. Even in the process of using, the patient can actively arrange the time in accordance with their own living hours.
In addition, topical hemorrhoid medications do not cause painful sensations like surgery, which helps to reduce treatment time, save money and effort for both patients and doctors.
Although there are advantages over surgical methods, doctors as well as leading experts only recommend drugs in the stage of mild hemorrhoids and external hemorrhoids, this is the stage when topical creams are used. Hemorrhoids work well and effectively.
2. How safe are the hemorrhoid medications used?
Although the hemorrhoid medications are considered easy and convenient to use, in many practical cases, there are still patients who use them in the wrong way, causing the drug to not promote the full effects of the active ingredients. Even the wrong use can make the condition worse. Therefore, the patient should pay attention to the following to avoid doing it wrong:Follow all instructions on the product leaflet. If there is anything you do not understand, ask your doctor or pharmacist directly about how to use it. Before use, clean the anal area with mild soap and water, rinse and dry. Then, using a cotton swab or with clean and dry hands, apply the medication to the anal area up to 4 times per day, usually in the morning and at bedtime, or after each bowel movement. Follow all directions in the product package, or use as directed by your doctor. Dosage will depend on your health and response to treatment. Do not arbitrarily change or stop using drugs but need to be patient, arbitrarily changing the drugs you are using can cause interactions, even create toxins that make the disease worse.
If the symptoms do not improve within 7 days, the pain, bleeding is getting worse or the patient is allergic to the ingredients of the medicine, consult a doctor immediately. .
3. The most effective and safe hemorrhoid creams today
Here are the most effective and safe hemorrhoid creams available today:
3.1. Titanoreine Titanoreine is a topical medicine for external hemorrhoids, internal hemorrhoids. The composition of Titanoreine includes carraghenates, zinc oxide, lidocaine and titanium dioxide. In which:
Carraghenates have a lubricating role, solving constipation, thereby helping stools easily pass through the anus and out. Zinc oxide is known to be an active ingredient that helps antibacterial, astringent, from which hemorrhoids can shrink. Titanium dioxide is a lubricant, in addition, they also have antibacterial and antifungal properties, helping to prevent bacterial and fungal infections in the anal and rectal areas when hemorrhoids cause damage to the area. mucosa. Lidocaine: Lidocaine is an anesthetic that is used to numb the sensation of pain by disrupting nerve impulse conduction. 3.2. Medicine Hemorrhostop Another topical drug that is also commonly used in the treatment of hemorrhoids is Hemorrhostop topical. Unlike Titanoreine, the ingredients in Hemorrhostop are all ingredients extracted from natural herbs such as: Aloe vera, menthol, horse chestnut extract, smoky cough oil, shea butter extract, etc. .. with specific uses as follows:
Aloe extract: Aloe, also known as aloe vera, is known as a precious medicinal herb with extremely effective anti-inflammatory effects. The gel layer of aloe vera with the ability to moisturize and cool the skin helps tighten hemorrhoids, relieve pain and reduce anal fissures in patients. Shea butter extract: In shea butter contains ingredients that help heal skin lesions caused by excessive irritation in cases of inflammation, infection, lesions. Peppermint oil and smoke flower oil: In folklore, both menthol and smoky flower oil are precious herbs used in reducing inflammation, itching, burning pain, and discomfort in the anal area in patients with schizophrenia. hemorrhoids. Besides, smoke flower oil also contains active ingredients that have an extremely effective hemostatic effect. 3.3. Japan's A-shaped hemorrhoid cream Just like topical drugs such as Titanoreine and Hemorrhostop, Japan's A-shaped hemorrhoid cream is used quite commonly in the treatment of hemorrhoids. The main ingredients in the A-cream include: Prednisolone, Lidocain, Allantoin, vitamin E.
Prednisolone is a Glucocorticoid with anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive properties. Therefore, when using the drug on the anal surface, it will inhibit the production of cytokines - mediators that cause inflammation, helping to reduce inflammation, swelling and pain in the anal hemorrhoids.
Lidocaine: Lidocaine is a numbing agent used to numb pain by interrupting nerve impulse conduction.
Allantoin is an active ingredient that has the ability to soothe and combat surface irritation. When used topically on the bunion surface, they help heal wounds, help reduce skin irritation around the anus, and stimulate wound healing.
Hemorrhoid creams with many great advantages should be used by patients instead of surgical methods. However, to ensure safety and effectiveness, patients should consult a doctor before using.
Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
