The Anusol range
The Anusol range provides effective soothing relief for piles and is available in a choice of formats: creams, ointments and suppositories across GSL, P and POM categories.
The base GSL range contains an astringent to help soothe the area and reduce swelling, an antiseptic to reduce the risk of infection, and an emollient to help protect sore skin. The advanced P and POM products contain the additional benefit of an anti-inflammatory.
Formats and ingredients
Anusol Cream, Ointment and Suppositories contain:2,3
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Bismuth oxide |
Zinc oxide An astringent and mild antiseptic. It also helps absorb skin moisture and decrease friction, and discourage growth of certain bacteria. |
| Balsam peru An antiseptic, it is believed to promote the growth of epithelial cells. |
(For Anusol Ointment and Suppositories only) |
| Anusol Soothing Relief, Anusol Plus HC and Anusol HC all contain hydrocortisone acetate, an antiinflammatory which reduces swelling, redness and itching. |
| Anusol Ointment works in a similar way to the cream, but has a different consistency and feel. |
| Anusol Suppositories and Anusol Ointment — contain the same ingredient as the cream, but with the addition of bismuth subgallate. Together these ingredients exert a protective action on mucous membranes and raw surfaces. |