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Proctofoam and Itching: What Users Say

Itching: mentioned by 6 users (10.7%)

Based on user experiences from 56 Proctofoam reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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burning 12.5%
pain 12.5%
itching 10.7%
bleeding 5.4%

Reviews for Proctofoam

Commonly mentioned side effects
  • Itc...
  • November 13, 2009

For Hemorrhoids "I have a small, internal hemorrhoid that caused my whole rectum to become inflamed, itchy, and sensitive. I tried all the over-the-counter meds: Prep H, hydrocortisone, antibiotics, antihistamines. Finally, I went to the doctor and got Proctofoam. This is great. It's been 3 days, and the swelling is gone, itching is gone, and I can have a bowel motion and wipe without pain or itchiness. I would recommend this for anyone with anal itching. It is a godsend. I use it once at night and in the morning. It is a bit odd to use, as you have to fill a small syringe (supplied) to apply internally through the rectum, but the effect is immediate and soothing. No, I don't work for the drug company, I am just very happy this product is available."

10 / 10
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  • Mr ...
  • May 31, 2011

For Hemorrhoids "This is a great product. I have run the whole course of home cures, doctor visits, constant pain in the A** all this year. My latest doctor prescribed ProctoFoam, and the first use was a Godsend. Relief was instant. Burning, itch, and pain faded away. Slept so good."

10 / 10
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  • AhR...
  • Taken for 10 years or more
  • February 11, 2017

For Hemorrhoids "Have had hemorrhoids for over 40 years, since first pregnancy. Tried all kinds of OTC products that never worked. Once I found Proctofoam, the burning, itching, and swelling was relieved within 10 minutes of application. Only several applications necessary for very long-term results (months to years). I won't use anything else. Insurance covered it years ago, then I couldn't find it any longer in California pharmacies. If anyone knows where to currently (2/2017) get it, give me a shout."

10 / 10
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  • gal...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • April 21, 2015

For Hemorrhoids "I'm in my early 30s, and I have been suffering from hemorrhoids for 3 years now. I have had multiple flares, with a few visits to the ER. I have used a few hemorrhoid medications, and nothing has helped as much as Proctofoam. I feel the pressure go down, itchiness, and size of the veins shrink within minutes. I highly recommend it. Thumbs up."

10 / 10
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  • Rel...
  • January 11, 2017

For Hemorrhoids "After a week of suffering constant pain, itching, and burning, I finally made a doctor appointment, and he prescribed this. Went from constant pain to practically pain-free within about 10 minutes! I can't say enough good about this product. I just wish I had gone to the doctor earlier in the week!"

10 / 10
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  • Mir...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 27, 2025

For Hemorrhoids "After struggling for several months with external thrombosed horrible hemorrhoids, I finally got an exam and was prescribed Proctofoam. Within 48 hours, my body was happy. Hemorrhoid gone, no itching or bleeding! So worth the uncomfortable anal exam."

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