PROCTOSEDYL OINT

Overview

PROCTOSEDYL OINT is a Schedule H drug.

PROCTOSEDYL OINT is composed of: BECLOMETASONE (0.025 %W/W), PHENYLEPHRINE (0.1 %W/W)

Beclomethasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Beclomethasone inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. This medication will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun.

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Usage

BECLOMETASONE is generally used to treat: Asthma

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for PROCTOSEDYL OINT and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of tuberculosis (TB), chickenpox, liver, kidney or heart disease, sugar, under active thyroid, high blood pressure, mental illness, muscle pain/weakness, joint inflammation, eye infection, seizures, ulcer, any allergy, who taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid contact with eyes. Since it takes time to get rid off from your health condition, continue to use it as directed by your healthcare provider. Avoid contact with people with chickenpox, measles or shingles.
Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BECLOMETASONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

BECLOMETASONE : Body Pain, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Throat Soreness, Fever, Runny Nose, Difficulty Swallowing
PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Disease Interactions

PHENYLEPHRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

BECLOMETASONE is categorized as: INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

• DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Others	40%
3 Times Daily	36%
2 Times Daily	18%

How long was it prescribed?

7 Days	40%
14 Days	28%
5 Days	21%
15 Days	6%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	1%
12 to 18yrs	1%
18 to 35yrs	28%
35 to 50yrs	25%
50 to 60yrs	17%
60 to 70yrs	18%
70yrs and above	10%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

37%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Surgeon	86%
Physician	3%
Gastroenterologist	3%
Neurosurgeon	2%
Obstetrician	2%
Oncologist	1%
Cardiologist	1%
Neurologist	1%
Gynaecologist	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

LOOZ SOLN	28%
METROGYL TAB 400MG	12%
DUPHALAC	10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)	18%
SERUM POTASSIUM (SEROLOGY)	13%
SERUM SODIUM (SEROLOGY)	13%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Sitz bath (Relief)	31%
Follow diet as advised (Diet)	20%

Available Alternatives for PROCTOSEDYL OINT

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ANOVATE CRM	INR 83.5 for 20 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 2.5 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W
PILO GO CRM	INR 55 for 20 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 2.5 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W
PROCTOSEDYL BD CRM	INR 58.85 for 20 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 2.5 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W
PROCTOSEDYL OINT	INR 53.6 for 20 GM OINTMENT	LIDOCAINE 2.5 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ANOCRM CRM	INR 55 for 20 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 3.0 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %
PILCARE CRM	INR 29 for 20 GM CREAM	PHENYLEPHRINE , LIDOCAINE , BECLOMETASONE