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| Medication Name | Proctosedyl Suppositories |
| Medication Form | Suppository |
| Used for | Short-term relief of haemorrhoids and itching around the back passage |
| Who can use | Adults (aged 18 years and over) |
| Active Ingredient(s) | Cinchocaine hydrochloride 5mg and hydrocortisone 5mg |
| Usual Dose | One suppository in the morning, evening and after each bowel movement, for up to 7 days |
| Possible Side Effects | Itching or burning around the back passage, skin rash, blurred vision |
| Prescription Required | Yes |
| Patient Information Leaflet | Proctosedyl Suppositories Patient Information Leaflet |
Proctosedyl Suppositories are a short-term treatment for haemorrhoids (piles), the swollen blood vessels in and around the back passage. They can develop inside the rectum (internal haemorrhoids) or around the anus (external haemorrhoids). These suppositories ease the symptoms of haemorrhoids, including:
Proctosedyl is used to treat itching in this area, too. It’s for short-term use only, so each course should last no longer than 7 days.
Each suppository contains the active ingredients hydrocortisone and cinchocaine hydrochloride, which tackle symptoms in different ways.
Cinchocaine is a local anaesthetic that numbs the area so you stop feeling pain, and it helps relax spasms in the anal canal.
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid. It lowers the production of substances that cause inflammation, which helps reduce swelling, itching and discharge.
Because the suppository melts inside the back passage, this haemorrhoid treatment goes straight to the internal area where symptoms are felt.
They’re suitable for most adults with haemorrhoids or itching around the back passage.
Avoid using Proctosedyl Suppositories if you’re allergic to cinchocaine hydrochloride, hydrocortisone, or any other ingredient, or if you have any kind of infection.
Speak to your pharmacist or doctor before using them if you’re pregnant, might be pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Always use Proctosedyl Suppositories exactly as your doctor has told you. The usual dosage is one suppository in the morning, one in the evening and one after each bowel movement. Don’t use them for longer than 7 days.
Keep them in the fridge between 2°C and 8°C. If you’re not sure how to insert Proctosedyl Suppositories, your pharmacist can talk you through it.
Like all medicines, Proctosedyl Suppositories can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. Tell your pharmacist or doctor about anything you notice that isn’t in this list of side effects.
Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you get any of the following side effects and they become serious or last longer than a few days:
Using Proctosedyl Suppositories for a long time can lead to a condition called adrenal suppression. Speak to your doctor if you notice:
Stop using the suppositories and get medical help straight away if you have signs of an allergic reaction, such as a rash, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
You can report any side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme. This helps provide more information on the safety of medicines.
Active ingredients: cinchocaine hydrochloride 5mg and hydrocortisone 5mg
Other ingredients: hard fat
Proctosedyl is only available with a valid prescription, so you can’t buy it over the counter. You can complete a short online consultation, which our pharmacists will review, and if it’s suitable, they’ll issue a private prescription and dispatch your order from our UK pharmacy in discreet packaging.
You should notice an improvement within 7 days, which is the longest a course should last. The local anaesthetic numbs pain while the steroid works on swelling and itching. If symptoms persist after 7 days, stop using them and seek medical advice.
You can use them for up to 7 days at a time. Because the suppositories contain hydrocortisone, prolonged use increases the risk of side effects such as adrenal suppression. Stick to the 7-day limit unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Use one suppository in the morning, one in the evening and one after each bowel movement. If you feel the effect is too weak or too strong, don’t change the dose yourself. Speak to your doctor for advice instead.
They provide short-term relief from symptoms of piles such as pain, itching, irritation and discharge. Cinchocaine eases pain, while hydrocortisone calms swelling and itching. If you have internal and external piles, your pharmacist can advise on the best approach.
Cinchocaine, one of the two active ingredients, numbs the area it comes into contact with. You’ll use one suppository after each bowel movement, which is often when pain is at its worst.
The base ingredient in Proctosedyl Suppositories is hard fat, which melts at body temperature once inside the back passage. This releases the two active ingredients directly where they’re needed. Keeping them in the fridge stops them from softening before use.
Speak to your pharmacist or doctor before you use this medicine with any other piles treatment. Proctosedyl ointment and suppositories contain the same active ingredients. Choosing an ointment or suppository depends on where your symptoms are, as an ointment can also be applied outside the back passage. If neither is right for you, your pharmacist can suggest an alternative treatment.
Speak to a doctor or other healthcare professional before using them during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. They’ll weigh up the benefits and risks for you. Don’t use this medication until you’ve had this advice.
Constipation and diarrhoea aren’t known side effects of Proctosedyl Suppositories. Haemorrhoids themselves can make bowel movements uncomfortable, though. If you notice any new or unexpected symptoms, tell your pharmacist or doctor.
Itching or burning around the back passage is a possible side effect. Tell your pharmacist or doctor if it becomes serious or lasts longer than a few days. If stinging is accompanied by swelling or difficulty breathing, stop using them and get medical help straight away.
As the suppository melts, a small amount may leak from the back passage, particularly if you’re moving around soon after using one. Using it before you settle down for a while can help. A panty liner can protect your underwear if you’re worried.
Use it as soon as you remember. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Don’t use more than one suppository to make up for a forgotten dose.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist straight away if you use too many suppositories or accidentally swallow one. Let your doctor know if you’ve used them for more than 7 days by mistake.
Page content authored by Amjad Khan, last reviewed by Dr Hussain Ahmad on 12th October 2026.
