Here are some details about hemorrhoid cream, including its uses, positive and negative aspects, and ingredients or materials:
- Hemorrhoid cream is used to temporarily relieve swelling, burning, pain, and itching caused by hemorrhoids.
- The active ingredients in some hemorrhoid creams include phenylephrine and pramoxine. Other creams may contain different active ingredients, such as hamamelis virginiana, aesculus hippocastanum, sesame oil, rose geranium oil, niaouli oil, cypress oil, lavandin oil, and peppermint oil.
- Some hemorrhoid creams may be made with 100% USDA organic materials and leave out harmful synthetic compounds. Others may be labeled as natural, organic, non-GMO, and free of harmful chemicals.
- Hemorrhoid creams may come in different forms, such as ointments, creams, enemas, suppositories, and foams.
- The main purpose of some ingredients in hemorrhoid creams is to provide protection, such as mineral oil (14%) and petrolatum (71.9%).
- In some cases, hydrocortisone rectal cream may be used for hemorrhoids. It works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching. However, this type of cream should be used as directed and may require a prescription.
