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Anusol Ointment - 25g

 
The pain and discomfort brought on by hemorrhoids (piles), itching, fissures, and other related disorders are effectively and soothingly relieved with Anusol Ointment.
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  • Soothes Irritation
  • Relieves Piles
  • Anti Imflammatory
  • Suitable for 18years+

Anusol Ointment is a medicine which is used to relieve the swelling, itch and irritation of internal and external piles (haemorrhoids) and other minor ano-rectal conditions such as anal itching and fissures. It can be used post-operatively following ano-rectal surgery. It contains the following ingredients:

  • Zinc oxide which is an astringent which soothes and protects raw areas and helps reduce swelling. It also acts as an antiseptic.
  • Balsam Peru which is mildly antiseptic and has a protective action on sore areas and may help healing.
  • Bismuth salts which is astringent and antiseptic and also protects raw, irritated areas around the anal area.

How To Use

Anusol Ointment is for topical use only, which means it is applied directly to the affected area. 


Directions for use:
Wash the anal area and dry gently with a soft towel before using the medicine. 
There is a nozzle supplied with the product which can be used to apply the ointment into the back passage.
For external piles – after washing and drying the affected area, the ointment should be applied using a gauze dressing.
For internal piles – after washing and drying the affected area, screw the nozzle provided onto the tube, remove the nozzle cap; insert the nozzle into the back passage and squeeze gently. Clean the nozzle after each use. 
Wash your hands before and after using Anusol.

This medicine is not recommended for children under 18 years old. 
Do not take this medicine orally.

Storage:

Keep out of the sight and reach of children. 
Do not store above 25°C. 
Do not use your medicine after the date shown as an expiry date on the packaging. 

Side Effects & Cautions

Side Effects:

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

If you experience the following, stop using the medicine and talk to your doctor: 
Rare: may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people Hypersensitivity reactions (such as rash). 

Other effects which may occur but it is unknown how often: 
Burning, redness, irritation, itching, or pain may occur when applying the ointment. 
This does not usually last a long time, so if this lasts longer than a few days, tell your doctor.

Cautions
This medicine is suitable for most people but a few people should not use it. If you are in any doubt, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to Anusol or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (See ingredients list)

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist:
  • If you have rectal bleeding or blood in the stool or if you are in doubt whether any bleeding you have experienced is caused by piles. If any of these bullet points apply to you, talk to a doctor or pharmacist. 
  • If you are pregnant or breast-feeding 
  • If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, only use this medicine on the advice of your doctor. 

Some of the ingredients can cause problems: 
  • Castor oil may cause skin reactions.  
  • Lanolin anhydrous may cause local skin reactions e.g. contact dermatitis which is a local irritation at the site of use.
Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure about taking any type of medicine. 


Ingredients

The active substances are per 100 g: 

Zinc oxide 10.75 g, Bismuth subgallate 2.25g, Balsam peru 1.875 g, Bismuth oxide 0.875 g.

Other ingredients are: 
Magnesium stearate, cocoa butter, lanolin anhydrous, castor oil, kaolin light and petroleum jelly white.