Anusol HC Suppositories (Hydrocortisone / Zinc Sulfate)

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

Before using hydrocortisone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it, or to other corticosteroids or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history. Limit alcoholic beverages while using this medication to decrease the risk of stomach/intestinal bleeding. Avoid having immunizations, vaccinations, or skin tests without consulting your physician. Avoid contact with people who have recently been vaccinated. This drug can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed and not for extra periods.

Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome: inflamed hair follicles, loss of skin color, mild irritation or dryness of the skin.Seek medical help right away if any of these severe side effects occur. These include: Severe allergic reactions (rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of the mouth, lips, face, or tongue, hives, itching,), Tightness in the chest, Infection