why wont my over the counter hemroird ointment work?
451073
You may have too serious a case. See a   doctor for this one if you are really uncomfortable. There are better treatments out there.
701892
i have tried it myself and i dont think it works
909874
Swelling, or inflammation, is caused by a release of histamines in the body as an immune response to an allergen, antigen or physical injury to tissues of the body. This is usually accompanied by redness and itching as well as increased temperature of the affected area and pain. The best over the counter remedy is any antihistamine such as benadryl. This should solve your problem, unless the case is too severe, in which you will probably just have a stronger antihistamine prescribed to you. If benadryl doesn't work you should definitely see a doctor.
817002
its only a moisturiser and can be bought over the counter, any cream will do the same job like e45
901706
Try a doctor, the nail salon will just "solve the problem" by putting some nail polish on it or something
923850
This is an old wife's tale, but it has worked for me in the past.  Get a gold ring and rub it on the stye.  It reacts to something in the metal.\n\nhttp://www.freewebs.com/spiritualhealing
261544
I suffer from the problem also.  I went to a dermatologist and he prescribed elidel first which worked well for 3 months until my system became immune to it I've also tried pandel my system also became immune to it. the best thing I've found yet is St. Ives Apricot Scrub and a light moisturizer like cocoa butter
1153844
Being a nurse in internal medicine I encounter this problem occasionally. If over the counter Mitchum doesn't work (something I recommend to patients) then see a doctor. There is a prescription form of deodorant that works very well.
931104
no over the counter meds can help you with that, you need to see dermatologist...good luck with that...
545606
I tried all possible creams, like trust me... ALL POSSIBLE CREAMS. Then I tried Cutivate 0.05%, and to date, it's what works for me.\n\nTry that... or sucks to say that maybe you're going to need to do a "cream-hunting" for THE cream that works for you.\n\nGood luck =)
360872
You should go to a doctor and get it professionally removed. It will be better for you than using over the counter medications. Try here for more information: http://www.webmd.com/hw/skin_and_beauty/hw64904.asp
176301
Naturally there is no "cure" for either.  I have found over-the-counter "Comtrex" to be the best.  Also, make sure to get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids.
209703
try a little cortisone cream (ask the pharmacist...it's OTC)\nat night before you go to bed. Use for 7 days then as needed!
921328
IT SOUNDS TO ME LIKE A VERY LIKELY ALLERGIC REACTION OCCURRED, WHICH WAS FURTHER AGGRAVATED BY THE ACIDITY OF THAT DRESSING. FOR THE ALLERGIC REACTION TAKE SOME BENADRYL AVAILABLE AS OTC AT THE PHARMACY. FOR IMMEDIATE RELIEF, IF THIS EVER HAPPENS, RINSE BUT DO NOT SWALLOW WITH MILK.
509107
there is nothing you can buy that is over the counter. they are all prescription.... and only one can be used at home.... the others are for in-office use only (by your doctor). it is VERY hard to get rid of them once they spread to far... so PLEASE go see the doctor. You are welcome to email me anytime if you have more questions about treatment, etc.\ngood luck
505109
that happened to my ears too you maight not be using the ointment for long enough ask ur doc how long to use it if you don't have a doc then i guess just use it for a really long time until you feel comfortable and then stop and see what happens. good luck.
408750
My tattoo artist told me to use hemorrhoid ointment (not the cream) for the first few days to relieve the swelling.  After that, he says to use Lubriderm until healed (about 5 weeks.)\n\nHappy inking!