Haemorrhoid
Relief
FAQs
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Here is a list of the most frequently asked questions regarding haemorrhoid treatment, symptoms and ActiProct®.
The safety of ActiProct®. during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been fully established. However, no known side effects have been reported when used during these periods. Its steroid-free formula offers a gentle option for relief.9
ActiProct® provides relief within 60 seconds relating to haemorrhoids, so you should see results directly after application.10
Haemorrhoids/Piles are swollen veins that can appear in the anus and lower rectum. They can form internally and externally.2
If your haemorrhoids fall under Grades III & IV, you should visit your doctor for a prescription for relief.
Haemorrhoids are very common in both men and women. Around half of all people will experience a grade of haemorrhoids before the age of 50.3
Haemorrhoids can have several different causes, such as straining during bowel movements, sitting on the toilet for too long, having chronic diarrhoea or constipation, and pregnancy. Being older and overweight also increases the likelihood of haemorrhoids developing.3
It is common for women to develop haemorrhoids during pregnancy and childbirth, as the pressure of carrying a baby can put stress on the blood vessels in your pelvic area. The strain of pushing a baby out during delivery can also put stress on these blood vessels.9
ActiProct® can be used to treat haemorrhoids, Grades I & II, at home without a prescription and offers you relief from discomfort.
Safety in children has not been established. Please contact your healthcare provider
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If you’ve identified your haemorrhoids as either Grade I or II, you can start with ActiProct® which is available over the counter at all leading pharmacies. Find your nearest stockist here.