Anacal

How does it work?

Anacal ointment and suppositories contain a combination of heparinoid and lauromacrogol. Heparinoid blocks the production of a chemical called prostaglandin which the body produces in response to injury or certain diseases. Prostaglandins are responsible for causing swelling, pain and inflammation, and therefore heparinoid reduces these effects. It is also able to dissolve blood clots and improve the blood supply to the skin. Lauromacrogol acts as an anaesthetic to numb the area where it is applied. It also reduces the itch assoicated with anal conditions such as haemorrhoids. This is a soothing preparation, which when applied to the anal skin relieves the symptoms of piles (haemorrhoids) and other similar conditions. Haemorrhoids occur when veins in the wall of the rectum become swollen and irritated and may cause irritation and pain on passing stool.

What is it used for?

Anal itch

Inflammation of the rectum (proctitis)

Piles

Tear in the lining of the back passage (anal fissure)

Warning!

If symptoms persist despite treatment, seek medical advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

This medicine is not to be taken by mouth.

Use with caution in

No known conditions

Not to be used in

Children

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

There are no known harmful effects when this medicine is used by pregnant or breastfeeding mothers.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

No side effects have been reported with this medicine

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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