Loxheal

Loxheal contains Nifedipine (0.3%w/w) + Lignocaine (1.5%w/w). Prescription required.

Loxheal Cream is used in the treatment of piles.

Loxheal Cream is a combination of two medicines: Lidocaine/Lignocaine and Nifedipine which treats piles. Lidocaine/Lignocaine is a local anesthetic. It works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain which decreases pain sensation. Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). It works in anal fissure by blocking the action of calcium on blood vessels of anus. As a result, blood vessels are relaxed which allows fissure (tear) to heal and relieves pain.

Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Swelling of the ankles and feet, Flushing, Headache, Palpitations, Dizziness, Tiredness, Local irritation, Redness, Stinging

Ankle swelling is the commonest reason people stop this medicine — tell your doctor, as there are ways to manage it. Tell your doctor if your chest pain becomes more frequent or more severe after starting. Swollen, tender or overgrown gums should be reported; good brushing and regular dental care reduce the risk. For external use only, unless the pack says otherwise. See a doctor for a deep, dirty or heavily bleeding wound, an animal bite, or any wound showing signs of infection. Check that your tetanus cover is current after any dirty or penetrating wound.

Grapefruit juice raises the level of some of these medicines in the blood — avoid it. Tell your doctor about other blood pressure medicines, and about simvastatin in particular. No significant interactions are expected.

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

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