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Leaflet: Information for the user
Alcosanal
110 mg / g rectal ointment sodium oleate
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine. It contains information that is important to you.
Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
- Save this information, you may need to read it again.
- Contact your pharmacy staff if you need more information or advice.
- If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this information.
- You need to talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse.
In this leaflet:
1. What Alcosanal is and what it is used for
2. What you need to know before you use Alcosanal
3. How to use Alcosanal
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Alcosanal
6. Contents of the packaging and other information
1. What Alcosanal is and what it is used for
Alcosanal has an astringent and decongestant effect on the anal tissue in the rectal opening, in addition, itching is relieved.
In case of temporary treatment of hemorrhoids, cracks, and eczema at the rectal opening (anal eczema). Can also be prescribed by a doctor for other indications. Relieves symptoms such as burning, itching, and pain in hemorrhoids.
2. What you need to know before using Alcosanal
Do not use Alcosanal
- if you are allergic to sodium oleate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
Warnings and cautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Alcosanal.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Driving and using machines
When using Alcosanal ointment, the reactivity is not affected.
3. How to use Alcosanal
Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.
The ointment is applied morning and evening.
Instructions for use
Before using Alcosanal rectal ointment, the rectal opening should be well cleaned and dry.
The package comes with an applicator, which can be screwed onto the tube and facilitate the insertion of the ointment. Before starting treatment, warm the tube in your hand. The ointment thus becomes easier to push out of the tube and with the help of the rectal tip it can be spread directly over the irritating parts.
You need to talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people): Burning, itching.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency, www.lakemedelsverket.se. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.
5. How to store Alcosanal
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. Contents of the packaging and other information
Content declaration
- The active substance is sodium oleate 110 mg.
- The other ingredients are Oxynex LM and 5-chlorocarvacrol ( preservative ), wool grease, liquid paraffin, oleyl oleate, glycerol, purified water.
What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack
Yellowish-white odorless ointment
Pack sizes: 20 g and 50 g aluminum tube
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
Meda AB, Box 906, 170 09 Solna
Phone: 08-630 1900
