Germoloids Haemorrhoid Treatment & Piles Treatment Ointment, Triple Action with Anaesthetic to Numb the Pain & Itch, 55 ml ( Pack of 1)

it's sad l know, writing a review about this product for lumps around the anus!!! BUT, l was absolutely being destroyed by piles, seriously, GP actually suggested this brilliant stuff ! it just works, forget any of the others! l'm going for a sit down now!!

I can't comment as to how the cream version is but this ointment is like a firm paste which is easy to spread and quickly absorbed, it doesn't drip and is non greasy although you will need warm soapy water to remove any residue from your hands. This ointment can be used for both internal and external piles, inside the box is the included nozzle for use when internal piles is an issue. Within 20 seconds of placing a small amount on the affected area the Lidocaine started to work, giving a deep cooling effect, almost a numbing effect! It definitely soothes the area and makes it easier to sit down if they are giving you pain. The cooling effect seemed to last well over an hour and the numbing effect lasted a good while after that. You are suppose to use this first thing in the morning, after a bowel movement and then before bed, sure it isn't pleasant to use it but at the end of the day if you have piles then you'll be glad to use something like this. Mine aren't that bad but i figured it best to treat them now before they get any worse. Mine were caused by straining on the loo following a long bout of constipation brought on by stress and while i can't comment as to whether this cream solved the problem as i haven't been using it long enough, i can say it makes it much easier to live with and has already helped reduce the swelling. Verdict: There are lots of different brands that do this type of cream over the counter. The main competitor is Anusol but given the rave reviews of Germoloids i decided to pick this version. The tube is a decent size especially considering you don't need to use a lot in one go, the nozzle supplied helps make it easier to use for internal piles and i was happy with the price! I will update this review as the days go by.... Update: Within a week of using this product my piles have gone, i will keep the tube handy in case i have further problems down the line

Germoloids ointment really helps numb the pain and itch quickly, providing much-needed relief. The triple action formula works well and soothes discomfort effectively. My only small complaint is that the ointment can feel a bit greasy after application, but overall, it’s a reliable product that does what it promises. I’d definitely recommend it.

Excellent purchase

Great product well pleased

There is very little elegant when treating haemorrhoids, bending over with your finger up your bum applying cream or suppositories isn't going to ever be elegant. But it can be effective in providing comfort, relief and healing to what can be a very painful experience. Over the years I have suffered from haemorrhoids, due to needing strong pain relief medication and also having restricted mobility at times. For the above reasons I have become somewhat an expert at dealing with Anal fissures, thrombosed haematomas, haemorrhoids - both external and internal. Of all the over the counter medications available I seem to come back to this very firm favourite, the ointment being less messy and easier to apply (when cold and firm) over that of the cream. I do prefer the finger to apply the ointment over that of the applicator, you never know how much is going up your back passage when using the applicator. The ointment can leave greasy stains on your underwear, but a quick wipe can reduce that. The suppositories are much cleaner in that respect BUT, and this is certainly the clincher, the cooling and soothing sensation felt when applying the ointment is amazingly comforting. It is the only product that I have found which gives this sensation, even their suppositories do not do this. The lidocaine seems to have a suitable numbing effect, it must do as it can make my finger feel a little numb after applying it...! Overall, having tried many of the alternatives, I feel that I can thoroughly recommend this ointment. Apart from the process of how you need to apply it, inevitable considering what you are dealing with, and it potentially leaving some stains on your underwear, I do recommend it. When I tried the suppositories I did feel a little vulnerable if I needed to fart immediately after inserting one. After all they are torpedo shaped and thus went I walked around with clenched butt cheeks for a while after inserting. The suppositories are much cleaner to use but the most deterring part of using those is the lack of soothing and cooling sensation which simply makers up for the finger up the bum part of applying the ointment. After all you need to do the same with the suppositories. FWIW I found both the Boots alternative and Anusol to also be lacking the soothing feel that you get when using this ointment. Of course prior to using this I did get checked out by the doctor and then a gastro specialist who did a colonoscopy and CT scan with contrast, along with blood tests etc. Always better to be sure with what you are dealing with. Best of luck to anyone who is needing this ointment and I do hope that you find the relief that it has offered me.

Could be better

Say goodbye to your minor ‘rrhoids!