Anusol Ointment 25g

Description

Small blood vessels in the anus can become wide and engorged with more blood than usual and along with over laying tissue can form swellings better known as piles inside or around the anus. Piles are self-limiting and heal on their own within a few days, with most people not even realising they have them.

For those that have symptoms, they can be quite painful and there is treatment to relieve this discomfort.

Symptoms could include:

• Bleeding: a bit of blood on toilet paper is not uncommon but should be checked by a doctor as could be a sign of something more serious.
• Swelling: you may feel lumps or blockage in the anus due to swollen blood vessels.
• Pain, itching and irritation
• Lumps around the anus
• Feeling like you need to the toilet even if you just have been
• Mucus discharge

Anusol cream contains a combination of three active ingredients:

Zinc oxide an astringent that soothes and protects the raw area, with antiseptic properties and which can reduce swelling.

Balsam Peru a mild antiseptic which protects sore areas and aids healing.

Bismuth oxide an antiseptic astringent which protects raw irritated areas around the anal canal.

Together they work to relieve the swelling, itching and irritation due to internal or external piles (haemorrhoids) and other minor ano-rectal conditions, including anal itching and fissures.

Browns Pharmacy helpful tips on dealing with piles

• Wipe with damp toilet paper
• Keep the anal area clean and dry
• Warm bath to ease itching and pain
• Take paracetamol for the pain
• To ease discomfort use icepack wrapped in a towel
• gently push back a pile inside

Browns Pharmacy helpful tips on avoiding piles

These can also speed up recovery fromm piles

• High fibre diet: brown rise, whole bread, whole wheat pasta
• Eat lots of fruits, vegetables and salads
• Drink plenty of water
• Minimise salty, fatty and sugary food e.g. fast-food, crisps and cakes
• Cut back on alcohol, tea and coffee
• Going as soon as you feel the urge and avoiding straining. Lean forwards from the hip.
• Trying to do regular exercise

How to use Anusol Ointment 

1. Before using the product; wash and gently dry (with a soft towel) the anal area
2. Wash hands before use
3. For external piles: Apply the ointment gently to the affected area
4. For internal piles: screw nozzle onto tube and remove the cap; insert nozzle into the back passage and gently squeeze. Clean nozzle after use.
5. Wash hands afterwards

Adult and elderly:

Apply sparingly to the affected area at night, morning and after each bowel movement.

Children under 18 years:

Not recommended

Possible side effects:

You may experience burning, redness, irritation, itching, or pain for a short time when applying the cream. If lasts longer than a few days contact your doctor.

If you have any further questions about this product call our Browns Online Professional Pharmacist on 02476 364 586

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 10.75g, Bismuth subgallate 2.25g, Balsam Peru 1.875g, Bismuth oxide 0.875g.

Other Ingredients: Magnesium Stearate, cocoa Butter, Lanolin anhydrous, castor oil, kaolin light, petroleum jelly white.

Warnings

Do not use more than the recommended dose.

For external use only.

Do not use if you:
are allergic to any of the ingredients in this product.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you:
have rectal bleeding or blood in your stool.
are pregnant or breast feeding.

Delivery

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