Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Anucort-HC Suppository
Anucort-HC Suppository
| Generic name | Hydrocortisone Acetate |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Corticosteroid (topical steroid/glucocorticoid) |
| Forms | Rectal suppository, Rectal cream |
Anucort-HC is a prescription suppository that contains hydrocortisone acetate, a steroid medicine. It is inserted into the rectum to give short-term relief from swelling, itching, and irritation caused by hemorrhoids and other inflamed conditions of the anus or rectum.
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