Cream showdown: which hemorrhoid ointment works faster?
NCT ID NCT01881282
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested two creams for painful hemorrhoids: carraghenates cream and Mayinglong musk hemorrhoid ointment. 123 participants used one of the creams twice daily for 6 days. Researchers measured how quickly pain eased and how well symptoms like bleeding and swelling improved.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
carraghenates cream
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new option for easing hemorrhoid pain and discomfort.
What could go wrong
This is a small, short-term Phase 4 trial comparing two existing treatments, so it may not lead to a major breakthrough. Results may not apply to everyone with hemorrhoids.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Beijing Hospital
Beijing, 100730, China