Tucks Hemorrhoidal Ointment-Review
Product Claims of Tucks Hemorrhoidal Ointment
When you are burning and itching from hemorrhoids, it can become extremely uncomfortable. Luckily, there are many products out there that help assuage the soreness and pain that comes with the symptoms of hemorrhoids. In this review of Tucks Hemorrhoidal Ointment (formerly Anusol), we will examine all aspects of the product to help you formulate a decision about whether this is the right ointment for you.
Ingredients
Tucks contains both active and inactive ingredients.
Active ingredients:
- Mineral Oil (46.6%)
- Pramoxine HCL (1%)
- Zinc Oxide (12.5%)
Inactive ingredients:
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Calcium Phosphate Dibasic
- Cocoa Butter
- Glyceryl Monostearate
- Kaolin
- Peruvian Balsam
- Polyethylene Wax
Pramoxine HCL acts as an anesthetic. We were unable to see the actual label for this product. This, we find to be a downside. Moreover, it does not contain key anti-inflammatory agents which are usually seen in hemorrhoid ointments, such as witch hazel, horse chestnut, hesperidin and diosmin, rutin and more. These are natural antiseptic and antioxidant ingredients to relieve itching and address symptoms of hemorrhoids. The ingredients found in Tucks are not natural, such as pramoxine HCL, which may lead to side effects such as skin irritation. There is also a higher number of inactive ingredients in Tucks.
Dosage Instructions
Adults should apply the cream to the infected area up to five times a day. If possible, clean the area first with a mild soap and warm water, patting dry before applying. If applying internally, lubricate the dispensing cap well and then gently insert inside and squeeze the tube to deliver the medication. Clean the cap well after using.
Children under 12 years of age should consult with a healthcare professional before using.
Cost and Guarantee
Tucks is actually listed as unavailable on any of the websites where it could be sold online. Both Amazon and Drugs.com do not have any information on how to purchase this product. This may indicate that this product is no longer being sold.
The guarantee policy is according to the website where this product is being sold since there is no information from the manufacturer. Amazon offers a 30-day return plan if the item is new, unopened and unused.
Summary of Our Tucks Hemorrhoidal Ointment Review
While Tucks Hemorrhoidal Ointment seems that it could be beneficial to try as it is applied externally and it contains numbing ingredients to relieve pain, it is not the product we would recommend to you. First, the ingredients may result in side effects such as skin irritation as they are not natural and are applied directly to the affected area. It also does not provide a way of treating symptoms from the inside such as the case with capsules. This product seems to provide more of a short-term relief to symptoms. This product also seems difficult to actually buy and may not be in use anymore. The reviews are split with many customers being happy with the product while many found it to be too thick and too hard to apply. We suggest finding a product that is currently available and has a good guarantee to help you get rid of your symptoms fast!
