Smuth Cream (Lidocaine 3% / Calcium Dobesilate 0.25% / Hydrocortisone 0.25% / Zinc 5%)

Medical Description

Smuth cream contains a combination of Hydrocortisone, Calcium Dobesilate, Zinc and Lidocaine (also called Lignocaine). It is used to treat piles. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of its components. This medicine is meant only for external application and should be applied exactly as recommended by your doctor. You may experience some application site reactions as side effects but they normally fade away with time. If you notice the side effects persists or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Uses of Smuth Cream

Smuth cream is used for the treatment of piles.

Contraindications of Smuth Cream

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Smuth cream.

Side effects of Smuth Cream

Burning or stinging sensation, irritation, itching or redness at the area, Smuth cream is applied.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You develop an allergic reaction after using Smuth cream.
You have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys.
You do not notice any improvement in your condition.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, mouth or open skin wounds.
In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.
Do not use Smuth cream for any other condition or more frequently than that prescribed by the doctor.

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Mode of Action of Smuth Cream

How Does It Work?
Smuth cream works by the combined action of all its components.
Calcium dobesilate acts by protecting the blood vessels of the anal and lowest part of the rectum area. It promotes normal blood flow by reducing the blood viscosity and improves blood supply through the blood vessels of the anal area. It also helps in reducing swelling.
Hydrocortisone works by blocking or reducing the action of some natural substances in the skin that cause swelling, redness and allergies.
Zinc has astringent and antiseptic properties.
Lidocaine (also called Lignocaine) is a local anaesthetic and works by blocking pain.

Directions for Use of Smuth Cream

Smuth cream is meant for external use only.
Use it as directed by the doctor.
Wash your hands before and after using this medicine.
Take a sufficient quantity of this medicine and gently apply it over the affected area.
Do not use it for a longer duration than that prescribed.
In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine rinse your eyes with clean water immediately. Please contact your doctor if you still feel any discomfort.

Interactions of Smuth Cream

Interactions with other medicines
Some medicines can affect the way Smuth cream works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Storage and disposal of Smuth Cream

Store Smuth cream in the original container in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Do not use expired or damaged medicines.

Dosage of Smuth Cream

Overdose
As Smuth cream is meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely. Upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have overapplied it, wipe out the excess medicine with tissue or cotton.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed applying Smuth cream, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.