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Anusol TM
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Active ingredients: zinc oxide + peru balsam + benzyl benzoate
Brand name
(ARTG)
: Anusol OintmentWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the relief of itching, burning and soreness of haemorrhoids and minor rectal inflammations and irritation. Useful also in minor skin irritation, itching and chafing.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Ointment
- Rectal
- A smooth, light cream coloured ointment
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 50 g pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the Repatriation Schedule of Pharmaceutical Benefits (RPBS) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
To access RPBS medicines you must hold a DVA Gold Card, DVA Orange Card or DVA White Card (for some medicines only). To learn about Department of Veterans' Affairs health cards, visit Department of Veterans' Affairs.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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