Anaproct Ointment Substitute

Anaproct Ointment belongs to the group of medicines called anorectal preparations used to treat anal fissures, haemorrhoids (piles), and anal pruritus. Anaproct Ointment is also used in pre and post-operative treatment in anorectal examinations and proctologic surgery.

Anaproct Ointment contains Allantoin, Hydrocortisone, Lidocaine, and Zinc oxide. Allantoin decreases pain and discomfort by shrinking the blood vessels in the affected area. Hydrocortisone helps in reducing itching, redness and swelling due to piles. Lidocaine blocks the pain signals from the nerves to the brain, thereby decreases the sensation of pain. Zinc oxide has astringent, soothing, protectant and antiseptic properties. Together, Anaproct Ointment relieves pain and discomfort due to piles and anal fissures.

Anaproct Ointment contains a steroid; therefore, it should not be used for longer durations unless prescribed by a doctor. If your condition does not improve despite using Anaproct Ointment for a few weeks, consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe you an alternate medicine.

Please do not stop using Anaproct Ointment without consulting your doctor. Continue using Anaproct Ointment for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Anaproct Ointment.

The symptoms of anal fissure and piles are similar. However, anal fissure is a small tear in the mucosa that lines the anus, whereas piles are the inflamed and swollen veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort, pain, and bleeding.