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Anusol Plus HC Ointment with Hydrocortisone for Piles - 15g

Hydrocortisone 0.25% plus Anusol's soothing, shrinking, protecting four-way action in an ointment for internal and external piles and anal itching. Adults 18+, 7 days max. 15g with nozzle.

  • Reduces inflammation, itching, swelling.
  • Hydrocortisone plus 4-way Anusol action.
  • Internal and external piles.
  • Adults 18+, up to 7 days.
  • Limit: 8 packs per order.
Regular price £5.89 GBP inc. VAT
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Hydrocortisone — adults 18+, 7 days max
Not for under-18s, in pregnancy or breastfeeding, or where there is a fungal, viral or bacterial infection in the area. Don't use for more than seven days. Any bleeding from the back passage, a first episode of piles, a change in bowel habit or no improvement after a week needs a GP.

Product overview

About Anusol Plus HC Ointment

Anusol's four-way action with hydrocortisone added: hydrocortisone acetate 0.25% to reduce inflammation, plus zinc oxide, bismuth and balsam of Peru to soothe itching, shrink swollen tissue and protect sore skin. For internal and external piles and anal itching in adults 18 and over. 15g tube with a nozzle for internal use, pharmacy-only.

Why the ointment

The ointment base stays put and forms a protective layer over sore, itchy skin, and the nozzle lets it reach just inside as well. Plain Anusol is general-sale; adding hydrocortisone makes Plus HC a pharmacy medicine, and the one for a flare-up that plain Anusol isn't calming.

How to use

Adults 18 and over: wash and dry the area, then apply thinly at night, in the morning and after each bowel movement, up to four times a day. For internal use, screw the nozzle on, insert gently and squeeze. Wash hands afterwards. Seven days at most.

Good to know

Hydrocortisone shouldn't be used for longer than a week, with a fungal, viral or other infection in the area, or in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Any bleeding from the back passage, piles for the first time, or symptoms not improving after seven days need a GP. Keep stools soft with fibre and water. Pharmacist-reviewed before dispatch.

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