Hemocane Cream

Country: Malta

Language: English

Source: Medicines Authority

Active ingredient:

BENZOIC ACID, CINNAMIC ACID, BISMUTH OXIDE, ZINC OXIDE, LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Available from:

Boston Healthcare Limited Unit 6, Navigation Court, Calder Park, Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF2 7JB, United Kingdom

ATC code:

D04AX

INN (International Name):

BENZOIC ACID 0.4 % (W/W) CINNAMIC ACID 0.45 % (W/W) BISMUTH OXIDE 2 % (W/W) ZINC OXIDE 10 % (W/W) LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.65 % (W/W)

Pharmaceutical form:

CREAM

Composition:

BENZOIC ACID 0.4 % (W/W) CINNAMIC ACID 0.45 % (W/W) BISMUTH OXIDE 2 % (W/W) ZINC OXIDE 10 % (W/W) LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.65 % (W/W)

Prescription type:

OTC

Therapeutic area:

ANTIPRURITICS, INCL. ANTIHISTAMINES, ANESTHETICS, ETC.

Authorization status:

Withdrawn

Authorization date:

2006-04-19

Patient Information leaflet

GIRAFFE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LTD., 
35 REDSANDS DRIVE, FULWOOD, PRESTON,
LANCASHIRE PR2 6GG  UNITED KINGDOM  
TEL: [phone] - FAX: [phone]
EMAIL: [e-mail]
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Hemocane Cream  PIL
HMO/BOST/25g
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135(W) x 180(H)
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This leaflet is provided to give you information about Hemocane Cream
and what you should know to use it correctly.    
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY    
WHAT IS HEMOCANE CREAM?  
The name of your medicine is Hemocane Cream. It is used to treat pain and  discomfort caused by haemorrhoids 
(piles), or anal fissures (crack or tear).     
WHAT DOES HEMOCANE CREAM CONTAIN? 
Hemocane Cream contains five active ingredients (w/w) Lidocaine Hydrochloride Ph Eur 0.65%, Zinc Oxide Ph Eur 
10%, Bismuth Oxide 2%, Cinnamic Acid BP 0.45%,  Benzoic Acid Ph Eur
0.4%.    
Lidocaine has local anaesthetic properties, Zinc oxide and bismuth
oxide, when  applied locally, have mild astringent 
(shrink) actions and provide a soothing,  protective action on mucous membranes and raw surfaces. Benzoic Acid 
and  Cinnamic Acid have mild antiseptic properties. Also contains Propylene Glycol,  Glycerol, Cetostearyl Alcohol, 
Polawax EM3354, Arlacel 83 and Polysorbate 80.    
One of the active ingredients in this medicine is Lidocaine
Hydrochloride.   
This is the new name for Lignocaine Hydrochloride. The ingredient
itself has not changed.    
MARKETING AUTHORISATION HOLDER:      
MANUFACTURED BY:  
Boston Healthcare Ltd.,
6 Navigation Court,
Calder Park,
Wakefield  WF2 7BJ
BEFORE YOU USE HEMOCANE CREAM    
Do not use Hemocane Cream if you have a known history of allergy
toward Lidocaine  and any of other 
components of the product actives and ingredients.    
Not recommended for children.    
PREGNANCY A

Summary of Product characteristics

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SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS 

1. 
NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT 

Hemocane Cream 

2. 
QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION 

Lidocaine Hydrochloride Ph Eur 
0.65  %w/w 
Zinc Oxide Ph Eur  

10.0  %w/w 
Bismuth Oxide 

2.0 
%w/w 
Cinnamic Acid BP  

0.45  %w/w 
Benzoic Acid Ph Eur 

0.4 
%w/w 

3. 
PHARMACEUTICAL FORM 

Cream. 

4. 
CLINICAL PARTICULARS 

4.1 
THERAPEUTIC INDICATIONS 

Effective treatment for the symptoms of haemorrhoids and allied ano-rectal conditions. 

4.2 
POSOLOGY AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION 

Adults - apply morning and night and after bowel movements until the condition are controlled. Not 
recommended for children. 

Cream is inserted into the rectum (via an applicator) and/or externally in the anal region. 

4.3 
CONTRAINDICATIONS 

None. 

4.4 
SPECIAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE 

If symptoms persist or worsen, or if an allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use immediately and 
consult your doctor. Persons who suffer from haemorrhoids are advised to consult their doctor. Keep 
out of reach of children. 

4.5 
INTERACTION WITH OTHER MEDICINAL PRODUCTS AND OTHER FORMS OF INTERACTION 

None. 

4.6 
FERTILITY, PREGNANCY AND LACTATION 

No ill effects are expected when used according to the dosage recommendations. 

4.7 
EFFECTS ON ABILITY TO DRIVE AND USE MACHINES 

None. 

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4.8

UNDESIRABLE EFFECTS 

None. 

4.9 
OVERDOSE 

Overdosage is unlikely to occur with the cream. Symptoms would be associated with high plasma 
levels of lidocaine hydrochloride. 

5. 
PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES 

5.1   PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERTIES 

Lidocaine has local anaesthetic properties. Zinc oxide and bismuth oxide, when applied l