Hemorrhoid Cream Used Advantageously for Anal Sex?

[bcohen7719]

One British blogger who gives advice (below) on "How to Be a Male Escort" noted his preference for hemorrhoid cream, and why, as a lubricant. I never heard of this before but it sounds sensible. Is this new to you as well, and would anyone suggest if/why this is a bad idea?

 

BC

 

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I like to use a haemorrhoid cream to lube up initially. They have a local anaesthetic in them that takes effect within a minute. You only need a pea size amount that goes in about an inch. This will minimise pain but will not reduce the pleasure. I take no

responsibility for you using any medications chemicals or drugs. You do so at your own risk.

[maxwellissmart]

One British blogger who gives advice (below) on "How to Be a Male Escort" noted his preference for hemorrhoid cream, and why, as a lubricant. I never heard of this before but it sounds sensible. Is this new to you as well, and would anyone suggest if/why this is a bad idea?

 

BC

 

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I like to use a haemorrhoid cream to lube up initially. They have a local anaesthetic in them that takes effect within a minute. You only need a pea size amount that goes in about an inch. This will minimise pain but will not reduce the pleasure. I take no

responsibility for you using any medications chemicals or drugs. You do so at your own risk.

 

If you're using it as a lube, there are far better options out there. if you're using it as a desensitizer, you need to look at a couple of aspects: 1) make sure it contains no petroleum or oil products or it's unsafe with a latex condom, 2) you're potentially doing yourself a disservice by reducing sensation, 3) why not discuss and investigate the pain with your partner to figure out the root cause instead of opting for a solution that might not be the right or best one?

[jjkrkwood]

Ive heard for some, the pain of anal sex is part of the attraction. All I know about the cream is that it works great to de-puff your eyes.

[corndog]

I agree with Anton, masking the pain seems like a bad idea.

[JT Brooklyn]

Add it to the list of alleged uses of Hemmorhoid Cream.In the early 80's it was used to tighten the wrinkles under the eyes!

[Juan Vancouver]

Max and Anton gave a wonderful reason not to: Pain is the most useful tool your body has to tell you something is not going well. We need to be able to feel pain.

 

To make things worse, all haemorrhoid creams have some sort of petroleum jelly in them, glycerine or some sort oil as base.

 

Oil based products will corrode latex. Using oil based products to lubricate anal sex with latex condoms will create tears in the condoms that we are sometimes unable to see with the naked eye. If you use oil based substances anywhere your pucker before or during anal sex, you might as well not use condoms at all.

 

This time, this british blogger may have been entirely off mark.

[bcohen7719]

Max and Anton gave a wonderful reason not to: Pain is the most useful tool your body has to tell you something is not going well. We need to be able to feel pain.

 

To make things worse, all haemorrhoid creams have some sort of petroleum jelly in them, glycerine or some sort oil as base.

 

Oil based products will corrode latex. Using oil based products to lubricate anal sex with latex condoms will create tears in the condoms that we are sometimes unable to see with the naked eye. If you use oil based substances anywhere your pucker before or during anal sex, you might as well not use condoms at all.

 

This time, this british blogger may have been entirely off mark.

 

Juan/Guys:

 

There are two types of Preperation H: petroleum-jelly based, and cream based. in regard to pain, I think the "anesthetic" in over-the-cream Preparation H is extremely tiny. Below is what I copied from the company's website. I'm not promoting the idea, but I think it is worth trying once (if safe) for those who are psychologically resistant to a bottom position.

 

Thanks for all the wonderful answers!

 

BC

 

Drug Facts

Active ingredients Purposes

Glycerin 14.4% Protectant

Phenylephrine HCl 0.25% Vasoconstrictor

Pramoxine HCl 1% Local anesthetic

White petrolatum 15% Protectant

Uses

For temporary relief of pain, soreness and burning

Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids

Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue

Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts

Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful

Warnings

For external use only Ask a doctor before use if you have

Heart disease

High blood pressure

Thyroid disease

Diabetes

Difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression. When using this product

Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor.

Do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

Bleeding occurs

Condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days

An allergic reaction develops

The symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain, or other symptoms develop or increase

If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Directions

Adults: When practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe. Gently dry by patting or blotting with a tissue or a soft cloth before applying cream.

When first opening the tube, puncture foil seal with top end of cap.

Apply externally or in the lower portion of the anal canal only

Apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement

For application in the lower anal canal: remove cover from dispensing cap. Attach dispensing cap to tube. Lubricate dispensing cap well, then gently insert dispensing cap partway into the anus.

Thoroughly cleanse dispensing cap after each use and replace cover

Children under 12 years of age: Ask a doctor.

Other information Store at 20°-25°C (68-77°F). Inactive ingredients aloe barbadensis leaf extract, anhydrous citric acid, butylated hydroxyanisole, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cetyl alcohol, citric acid monohydrate, dexpanthenol, edetate disodium, glyceryl monostearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, polyoxyl lauryl ether, polyoxyl stearyl ether, propylene glycol, propyl gallate, propylparaben, purified water, sodium benzoate, stearyl alcohol, tocopherols excipient, vitamin E acetate, xanthan gum Questions or comments? Call weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST at 1-800-99PrepH or 1-800-997-7374. LBL Document Number: LBL-00000067

[Juan Vancouver]

My man,

 

A few of those ingredients will corrode condoms on their own. Combined, you have a nightmare scenario for latex.

 

Lastly, if someone has psychological resistance to bottoming, that person would be better off dealing with that in a safe therapeutical environment instead of trying to desensitize his anus so that he can shove things up there.

 

Once the sensation comes back, he will be sore, which won't help the psycological resistance in any way.

 

I know it kind of makes sense as a theory but I think it is a poor remedy.

[Steven_Draker]

Preparation H (ointment) sold in the US is incompatible and unsafe to use with a condom. The condom will break.

[Bosguy]

Preparation H (ointment) sold in the US is incompatible and unsafe to use with a condom. The condom will break. [/color]

 

Steven,

 

What if the bottom was currently using this for what it is meant for, didn't know what I just found out, and the top didn't know he was using it? Result?

 

Boston Bill

[bcohen7719]

Preparation H (ointment) sold in the US is incompatible and unsafe to use with a condom. The condom will break. [/color]

 

Steve,

 

What about the alternative cream-based? Does that have any ingredients

that you think would corrode a condom?

 

Also, would you have any links to any material that describes in more

detail, chemically, as what additives are dangerous for condoms? I've never

been able to find anything in this area.

 

Thanks, Steve!

 

BC

[bcohen7719]

Preparation H (ointment) sold in the US is incompatible and unsafe to use with a condom. The condom will break. [/color]

 

Steve,

 

I'm talking about "cream" not "ointment." I understand what you are saying about the jelly-type substance. I'm still poking around for something substantial about lubricant research. I couldn't find anything except the gobble-gook below...sorry.

 

Your cautions appreciated to the hilt, I'm only trying to find some more research on this upon which we

can examine more closely.

 

BC

 

Int J STD AIDS. 1994 Jan-Feb;5(1):29-36.

The impact of lubricants on latex condoms during vaginal intercourse.

Steiner M, Piedrahita C, Glover L, Joanis C, Spruyt A, Foldesy R.

Source

Contraceptive Use and Epidemiology Division, Family Health International, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709.

Abstract

The objective was to evaluate the impact of additional lubricant on condom breakage and slippage. Two hundred and sixty-eight couples used 6 new and 6 aged condoms during vaginal intercourse and were instructed to use 2 of each type with either water-based lubricant, oil-based lubricant or no additional lubricant. The use of either oil-based or water-based lubricant increased slippage rates of new and aged condoms, although only one pairwise comparison (oil-based lubricant vs. no additional lubricant) was statistically significant (8.5% vs. 3.8%, P = 0.004). The use of oil-based lubricant increased breakage, although not statistically significantly, in both new and aged condoms. Water-based lubricant did not impact the breakage rate of the new condoms and decreased the breakage rate of the aged condoms (no additional lubricant 4.5% vs. water-based lubricant 2.1%, P = 0.029). From a functional perspective, this study suggests that condom users should be told not to use oil-based lubricants. The negative impact of water-based lubricant on slippage may be outweighted by the protective influence on breakage, especially for aged condoms. Over three-quarters of the couples (76%) had at least some incorrect knowledge, according to current condom instructions, of the type of lubricant that should be used with condoms.

PMID: 8142525 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

[rguer]

There are some non-latex condoms on the market (polyisoprene, whatever that is). I haven't heard what dissolves them.

[BostonPhil]

If you're using it as a lube, there are far better options out there. if you're using it as a desensitizer, you need to look at a couple of aspects: 1) make sure it contains no petroleum or oil products or it's unsafe with a latex condom, 2) you're potentially doing yourself a disservice by reducing sensation, 3) why not discuss and investigate the pain with your partner to figure out the root cause instead of opting for a solution that might not be the right or best one?

 

I'm with Max on this one. Do a little more pre-penetration and you should be fine. If you're new to having things up there, it can be uncomfortable at first until you're use to doing it. Also if you're numbing it you aren't getting to know your body and better and should you numb it too much you may not know when something has gone.

[Steven_Draker]

Steven,

 

What if the bottom was currently using this for what it is meant for, didn't know what I just found out, and the top didn't know he was using it?

 

Bosguy, I'll return the question: does ignoring the law is an excuse for breaking it?

 

I didn't know either about the interaction with Preparation H until the condom bursted. I learned from experience.

 

Steve,

 

What about the alternative cream-based? Does that have any ingredients

that you think would corrode a condom?

 

Bcohen, I'm no physician nor pharmacist to address this question. I use water or silicon based lube compatible with a condom.

[Guest]

Steve's right on this subject. Preparation H is not designed to be condom compatible. Use products in the manner for which they're intended.