This combination product containing 2 ingredients belongs to a group of medications known as corticosteroids. It is used to treat hemorrhoids. It may also be used to treat discomfort after surgery to the anal area and other conditions affecting the anal area. It works by reducing swelling, irritation, and itching.

Anusol Hc may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of Anusol Hc may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of Anusol Hc may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.

Your doctor may have suggested Anusol Hc for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are being given Anusol Hc, speak to your doctor. Do not stop using Anusol Hc without consulting your doctor.

Do not give Anusol Hc to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to use Anusol Hc if their doctor has not prescribed it.

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Ointment: Wash and dry the affected anal area. Apply the ointment into the anus using the applicator provided and to the surface of the anus. Use the ointment in the morning, at bedtime, and after each bowel movement, or as directed by your doctor.

Suppositories: Wash and dry the affected anal area. Insert one suppository into the anus in the morning and evening and after each bowel movement, or as directed by your doctor.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to use Anusol Hc exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, use it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not use a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Anusol Hc. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Anusol Hc with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Anusol Hc. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

• dizziness
• thin, fragile skin
• unusual weight gain

Although most of these side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not check with your doctor or seek medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

• burning and itching of skin
• chills
• Diarrhea
• false sense of well-being
• Fever
• infection
• painful, red, or itchy pus-containing blisters in hair follicles
• rectal bleeding, burning, dryness, itching, or pain not present before treatment
• sensation of pins and needles
• stabbing pain

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Anusol Hc.

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Ointment

Each tube contains zinc sulfate monohydrate 0.5% and Hydrocortisone acetate 0.5% in a petroleum ointment base. Nonmedicinal ingredients: calcium phosphate, methylparaben, mineral oil, petrolatum, poloxyl-2-oleyl ether, and propylparaben.

Suppositories

Each suppository contains zinc sulfate monohydrate 10 mg, hydrocortisone acetate 10 mg in a triglyceride base. Nonmedicinal ingredients: calcium phosphate, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, propylparaben, and triglyceride base.

Do not use hydrocortisone - zinc sulfate if you:

• are allergic to hydrocortisone, zinc sulfate, or to any of the ingredients of the medication
• have Tuberculosis, fungal, bacterial, or viral infections of the skin

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There may be an interaction between hydrocortisone - zinc sulfate and any of the following:

• other medications that are being applied or used rectally
• other topical medications that contain corticosteroids or that have irritating effects

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Anusol Hc. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Anusol Hc.

Tell all health professionals involved in your care that you have been using topical (skin-applied) corticosteroids.

Adverse effects: Although side effects from using Anusol Hc are uncommon and should not occur with ordinary use, there have been rare instances of sensitization, irritation, and failure of therapeutic response. Stop using Anusol Hc and call a doctor if you experience irritation, an allergic reaction, or sensitization.

Bleeding from rectum: Call your doctor right away if you notice bleeding from the rectum.

Infection: Topical corticosteroids may increase the risk of developing a skin infection. Contact your doctor if you notice any increased redness, swelling, heat, or pain around the area where the medication is applied, as these are possible signs of infection.

Pregnancy: Anusol Hc should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while using Anusol Hc, contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: Anusol Hc may pass into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are using Anusol Hc, talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

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