Anusol Soothing Relief Suppositories (Pack of 12)

Anusol Soothing Relief Suppositories help to relieve the swelling, itch and irritation of internal piles (haemorrhoids) and anal itching

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:

■ Hypersensitivity reactions (such as rash).

Other effects which may occur but it is unknown how often:

■ Burning, redness, irritation, itching, or pain may occur on application. This does not usually last a long time, so if this lasts longer than a few days, tell your doctor.
■ Blurred vision.

Before taking any medication, it is important to read the Patient Information Leaflet. You can find information leaflets for your medicines by typing them into the search bar at medicines.org, or by contacting us.

• Anusol Soothing Relief Suppositories 

Anusol Soothing Relief Suppositories should be inserted into the anus
■ Wash anal area and dry gently with a soft towel
before using this medicine.
■ Remove plastic cover from the suppository before use.
■ Wash your hands before and after using Anusol.
■ The suppository will melt after insertion.

Do not use this medicine…
■ If you are allergic to Anusol or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
■ Do not use on broken or infected skin. Common skin infections include anal warts, genital herpes, thrush and jock itch.
■ If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
■ If you are under 18 years of age.

If any of these apply to you, get advice from a doctor or pharmacist without using Anusol.

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 symptoms worsen or do not improve after you have used the medicine for 7 days.
■ If you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Including:
■ corticosteroids (a type of anti-inflammatory medicine), e.g. betamethasone or hydrocortisone (used in eczema and dermatitis), dexamethasone, prednisolone.

Some medicines may increase the effects of Anusol Soothing Relief and your doctor may wish to monitor you carefully if you are taking these medicines (including some medicines for HIVritonavir, cobicistat).

Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances.

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