Description 

A herbal topical ointment primarily used to treat hemorrhoids (piles), especially growing or bleeding varieties

Prescription

• OTC (over-the-counter) – no prescription required in Ghana .
  

Therapeutic Category

• Herbal preparation / OTC hemorrhoid ointment .

Active Ingredients / Composition

• Ricinus communis (castor oil plant)
• Cassia alata (Senna alata leaf).
  

Vitamins

• None listed.
  

Minerals

• None specified.

Variants

• Commonly found in one variant: 40 g ointment container, no multiple varieties mentioned.

Consume Type

• Topical application only .

Directions / Usage

• Apply directly to affected area as needed. No exact dosing given; users typically follow packaging or pharmacist advice.
  

Common Side Effects

• No specific side effects listed. As with any topical, watch for skin irritation or allergic reactions.
  

Package Type

• Plastic container, 40 g capacity.

Storage Advice

• Standard for herbal topical: store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. (No explicit instructions found — based on typical OTC storage.)

Safety Advice

• For external use only.
• Avoid using on broken or severely irritated skin.
• If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a healthcare professional.

Product Substitutes

• Other hemorrhoid OTC ointments available in Ghana: Anusol Ointment and Anusol HC Suppositories .

Manufacturer / Marketer

• Not explicitly stated. Marketed by Scab Pharmacy Limited, among others.

Country of Origin

• Ghana