Monograph Details
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Gastrointestinal Tract
> Colorectal disorders
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RECTAGEL HC |
| Manufacturer |
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Pharmelle |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Topical anesthetic + steroid. |
| Generic Name |
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Lidocaine HCl 2.8%, hydrocortisone acetate 0.55%; gel; contains aloe. |
| Indications |
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Hemorrhoids. Anal fissures. Pruritus ani. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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Apply 3 times daily. |
| Contraindications |
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Tuberculosis. Fungal lesions. Vaccinia. Varicella. Acute herpes simplex. |
| Precautions |
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Hepatic dysfunction. Discontinue if irritation or infection occurs. Debilitated. Elderly. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Additive effects with Class I antiarrhythmics. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Local irritation or burning, transient blanching, erythema, adrenal suppression. |
| How Supplied |
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Kit—5 x 20g (w. applicators) |
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