Today at Doctor’s Choice Pharmacy, a patient picking up a Hydrocortisone/Lidocaine compounded suppository asked a great question:
“I’ve used Hydrocortisone 25 mg suppositories before, but this one has Lidocaine too. Why the difference?”

I smiled and said, “That’s a really important question! The commercial Hydrocortisone 25 mg suppositories are typically prescribed for rectal inflammation, like in hemorrhoids or proctitis. They work by reducing swelling, itching, and irritation with a potent anti-inflammatory effect.”

She nodded, “Right, I’ve used those before. But what does the Lidocaine add?”

“Lidocaine is a local anesthetic,” I explained. “It helps numb the area, giving faster relief from burning, itching, or pain, especially during flare-ups. When combined with Hydrocortisone in a custom-compounded suppository, you get both soothing and healing benefits in one dose.”

She asked, “So why doesn’t every prescription include both?”

“Good question,” I said. “Commercial products are one-size-fits-all. But when your provider sends the prescription to us, we can tailor the ingredients to your specific symptoms—whether it’s more inflammation, more pain, or both. We can even adjust the dose if you’re sensitive or need a lower strength.”

She smiled. “That’s so much better than guessing or switching products all the time.”

Before she left, I added, “And of course, we make your suppositories fresh in-house, using clean, stable bases that melt evenly. Plus, we offer free delivery to keep things simple.”

At Doctor’s Choice Pharmacy, we’re proud to provide personalized relief when commercial products aren’t enough—because every patient’s symptoms and sensitivities are different.

Until tomorrow,
Rania – Your Friendly Pharmacist at Doctor’s Choice Pharmacy

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