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ANO-Metrogyl Cream

Manufactured byLEKAR PHARMA LTD
ContainsMetronidazole (1 %w/w) + Lidocaine (4 %w/w) + Sucralfate (7 %w/w)
₹133.49
20GM OINTMENT

Description

ANO-Metrogyl Cream is a combination medicine consisting of metronidazole, lidocaine and sucralfate. It is used rectally to treat anal fissures and helps in relieving pain and swelling due to fissures and haemorrhoids. This medicine is also used to reduce pain after anorectal surgeries. ANO-Metrogyl Cream works by killing the bacteria that causes infection and promotes healing of infection. It also reduces pain by blocking pain signals to the brain. ANO-Metrogyl Cream shows common side effects that include rectal bleeding, skin rash, burning sensation, itching and irritation at the application site, etc. If any of these symptoms persist for a long time or bothers you, consult your doctor immediately. Avoid using ANO-Metrogyl Cream if previously allergic to it. This cream is not recommended to use in children as safety has not been studied. ANO-Metrogyl Cream is for external use only. Wash and dry the affected area before application. Apply a small quantity of ANO-Metrogyl Cream to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Make sure to wash your hands before and after use. Avoid contact with your eyes, ears, nose and mouth. In case of accidental contact, wash it immediately with water. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or a breastfeeding women, before using ANO-Metrogyl Cream. ANO-Metrogyl Cream reduces pain and discomfort due to anal fissures. Drink plenty of water while using this medicine to ensure easy motion. Avoid eating spicy food and make a habit of having fibre contents like whole grains, vegetables, etc., in your diet to get faster benefits of ANO-Metrogyl Cream.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for ANO-Metrogyl Cream

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for ANO-Metrogyl Cream

Burning sensation at the application site

Skin rash

Itching

Skin irritation

Tingling

Uses of ANO-Metrogyl Cream

What is it prescribed for?

Anal Fissures

An anal fissure is a rectal condition that occurs due to the tear/cut on the mucous membrane lining the wall of the anus. This mainly occurs due to the passage of hard stools. ANO-Metrogyl Cream is used to treat anal fissures. It relieves pain, itching and swelling of the smooth muscles present in the anus.

Hemorrhoids

Haemorrhoids (piles) is a condition of inflamed/swollen veins occurring in the lower part of the rectum and anus. These can be of 2 types. The internal haemorrhoids are not painful and can be relieved on their own. The external haemorrhoids are painful and require medical treatment. You may experience bleeding and discomfort while sitting. ANO-Metrogyl Cream helps in reducing pain, burning, itching, etc., that occurs due to hemorrhoids.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for ANO-Metrogyl Cream to show its action is not known.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which ANO-Metrogyl Cream remains active in the body is not known.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported for ANO-Metrogyl Cream.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Consult your doctor before using ANO-Metrogyl Cream in your pregnancy as no information is available regarding the safety of this medicine in pregnant women.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Consult your doctor before using ANO-Metrogyl Cream if you are breastfeeding, as no information is available regarding the safety of this medicine in breastfeeding women.

Allergy

Avoid using ANO-Metrogyl Cream if you are allergic to any of the content of this medicine. Inform your doctor if there is a history of allergy to this medicine. Contact your doctor and seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms like skin rash, itching/swelling, dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor before using ANO-Metrogyl Cream in your pregnancy as no information is available regarding the safety of this medicine in pregnant women.

Breast-feeding

Consult your doctor before using ANO-Metrogyl Cream if you are breastfeeding, as no information is available regarding the safety of this medicine in breastfeeding women.

General warnings

Use in children

ANO-Metrogyl Cream is not recommended for use in children as its safety and efficacy is not studied.

Other medicines

Inform your doctor about all your current medicines before using ANO-Metrogyl Cream as it may interact with many other medicines and cause severe side effects.

Topical use only

ANO-Metrogyl Cream is recommended for rectal applications (in and around the anal opening) only. Hence avoid applying it in or around the eyes, ears and mouth.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of ANO-Metrogyl Cream as soon as you remember. Do not apply two times to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never use more than the prescribed dose of ANO-Metrogyl Cream. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor and seek immediate medical attention.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
ANO-Metrogyl Cream is an external preparation, therefore contact with the mouth, eyes, nose, ears should be avoided. In case of accidental contact, wash with water thoroughly. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert before application. Wear gloves and apply a small amount of this cream to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. ANO-Metrogyl Cream may take 10-15 days to show its action. Finish your entire course of treatment even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few days. Avoid scratching the affected area as it can worsen the infection. Eat a high fibre content and drink lots of water for easy passage of stools.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

ANO-Metrogyl Cream is a combination of metronidazole, lidocaine and sucralfate. Metronidazole is an antibiotic that kills the bacteria present in the affected area and thereby prevents further bacterial infections. Lidocaine which is a local anaesthetic blocks pain signals to the brain thus decreases pain and swelling. Sucralfate forms a protective cover on the skin of the anus and relieves itching, irritation and pain at the application site.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antibiotics, Local anesthetics, Skin Protectant

Schedule

Schedule H

About, Direction For use, Warning And Precautions, 2021) Your Bibliography: Medicaldialogues.in. 2021. Ano Metrogyl: About, Direction For use, Warning And Precautions. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 16 August 2021].

https://medicaldialogues.in/partner/jbcpl/ano-metrogyl>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Metronidazole. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 16 August 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Metronidazole>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Lidocaine. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 16 August 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/3676>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Sucralfate. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 16 August 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/121494085>

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₹133.49 
20GM OINTMENT