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Is there a difference between prescription anusol and the otc version (tucks)? i have internal hemorrhoids.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Steroid: The prescription anusol should include a steroid component, hydrocortisone. This is an anti-inflammatory that speeds up healing.

Answered 6/26/2013

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A member asked:

Is there a difference between prescription anusol and the otc version (tucks)? i have internal hemorrhoids.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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