Anucort-hc
(hydrocortisone acetate)
Skip to: drug prices sectionSkip to: what to expect sectionSkip to: side effects sectionSkip to: risks and warnings sectionSkip to: common concerns from users and pharmacists
Treats hemorrhoids and rectal irritation.
Skip Upsides & Downsides section. Skip to side effects section.
Download Fact SheetDownload Fact Sheet
Our bottom line
Works well to relieve hemorrhoids and other anal irritation but you have to be comfortable inserting Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate) into your rectal area.
Quick facts about Anucort-hc
- Drug class: Gastrointestinal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (hydrocortisone acetate)
Upsides
- Most people achieve relief with Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate) when over-the-counter products did not work for them.
- Is available as an affordable generic form.
Get the newsletter!
Sign up and get Pill Talk, the latest in health & medicine news from Iodine
Get our free fact sheet
What to expect from Anucort-hc, on one page
Download Fact SheetTried Anucort-hc? Write a review!
Downsides
- Depending on why you're using Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate), you'll have to insert it rectally two or three times a day.
- May not work for you if you have severe hemorrhoids. Your doctor will help pick the best treatment for you.
- Using Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate) long-term can have serious side effects. Only use as directed, not for more or longer than prescribed.
Get the newsletter!
Sign up and get Pill Talk, the latest in health & medicine news from Iodine
Get our free fact sheet
What to expect from Anucort-hc, on one page
Download Fact SheetHow it works
Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate) is a corticosteroid. It reduces inflammation by blocking chemicals in your body that cause itching, swelling, and other irritation.
Quick facts about Anucort-hc
- Drug class: Gastrointestinal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (hydrocortisone acetate)
Used for
- Hemorrhoids
- Anal itching
- Ulcerative colitis, adjunct
Dosage forms
- Suppository
Tried Anucort-hc? Write a review!
Prices and coupons
Skip prices section. Skip to what to expect section.Prices and coupons for 12 (30mg) suppositories of hydrocortisone acetate near
- Medicine ShoppeGet free coupon$701.63
- Kroger PharmacyGet free coupon$703.08
Sign up now for a 30-day trial and save up to 95% at CVS, Kroger, Albertsons, and other pharmacies.
Learn more
See more prices and coupons in your areaWhat to expect when you take Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate) for Hemorrhoids and anal itching
Skip what to expect section. Skip to side effects section.- First few hoursHoursFirst few daysDaysFirst few weeksWeeksFirst few monthsMonths
- Effectiveness
- Starts to kick inFull effects
- First few hoursHoursFirst few daysDaysFirst few weeksWeeksFirst few monthsMonths
- Possible side effects
- Burning
- Itching
- Irritation
- Dryness
- Allergic skin reaction
Side effect rates for Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate)
Risks and Warnings for Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.Your doctor will do a rectal examination to see if you Anucort-hc (hydrocortisone acetate) is right for you.