Anal itching relief creams include 2% camphor cream, 5% sulfur coal tar ointment, and corticosteroid preparations, also known as hormonal ointments, including hydrocortisone acetate ointment, dexamethasone ointment, and tretinoin econazole cream, also known as paregoric. If itching is severe, these hormonal ointments can be used temporarily to relieve itching, but they should not be applied for a long time. Ointments containing anesthetics are not recommended because they tend to provide temporary relief while masking the underlying disease and can also lead to contact dermatitis. In addition, there are herbal ointments, such as dehumidifying and antipruritic ointments, and topical medications, such as glycolic lotion.