Scheriproct Ointment (30g)

What is Scheriproct?

Scheriproct is an ointment that is used to relieve the pain, irritation, and itching that is associated with haemorrhoids (piles).

It contains a local anaesthetic that works to relieve the pain, as well as a substance known as prednisolone hexanoate, which reduces inflammation.

Scheriproct is a short-term topical treatment that should not be used for longer than 7 days. You can only buy Scheriproct ointment on prescription. 

What is Scheriproct used to treat?

Scheriproct ointment provides effective relief from the uncomfortable symptoms that come with haemorrhoids (piles), including itching, inflammation, pain and discomfort.

Haemorrhoids occur when the blood vessels in and/or around the anus swell, creating hard lumps. This is a common condition that can occur in both adults and children, causing pain, itching and discomfort.

According to Mayoclinic.org, there are a number of triggers that can cause haemorrhoids, including:

• Stress
• Constipation
• Pregnancy
• Straining during a bowel movement
• Sitting down for too long
• Obesity
• Diarrhoea
• Obesity
• Anal intercourse
• Heavy lifting
• Low-fibre diet

Why is Scheriproct recommended for haemorrhoids?

Cinchocaine hydrochloride has been used in the treatment of haemorrhoids for many years. It has been shown to be a safe and effective medicine. 

This medicine is only to be used in the short term, but most people who use it will find that their symptoms have improved significantly after just a few days of continuous use.

How does Scheriproct work?

The local anaesthetic medicine contained in this topical treatment is cinchocaine hydrochloride. This medicine works by blocking the body's pain signals from reaching the brain. This temporarily numbs the area the ointment has been applied to, relieving pain and discomfort.

Scheriproct also contains the corticosteroid prednisolone hexanoate, which works in the body's cells to reduce the chemicals that make the skin red, swollen, painful and itchy. When combined, these two ingredients provide comprehensive relief from the symptoms of piles.

Can you buy Scheriproct over the counter?

No, Scheriproct must be prescribed by a doctor, so it is not available over the counter.

Can you buy Scheriproct online in the UK?

You can buy Scheriproct ointment online from Medicine Direct. However, as it is a prescription medicine, you will need to complete a simple and confidential online questionnaire for one of our registered prescribers to review. This is to make sure that the medicine is safe for you to take.

If you place your order by 2pm, we can also offer you next day delivery, allowing you to start your course of treatment almost immediately.

To safely order medicine online, you should never order it from anywhere other than a UK-registered pharmacy that is regulated by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), like Medicine Direct.

Scheriproct alternatives

While haemorrhoids can be very embarrassing and uncomfortable, the good news is that there are many different medicines available to treat this problem. Aside from Scheriproct, a number of other prescription treatments can be ordered from our pharmacy. Topical medicines like Uniroid HC and Xyloproct work to relieve piles in the same way as Scheriproct; these medicines also contain a corticosteroid and local anaesthetic to reduce swelling and ease the pain.

A range of over the counter medicines can also be bought for piles. One of the most famous brands for this condition is Anusol. At Medicine Direct, we sell Anusol Plus HC, which comes as either an ointment or suppository; both contain the same combination of active ingredients and work to provide comprehensive relief from haemorrhoids within one week.