Alternative medicine. People who have tried use of synthetic drugs for a prolonged time to not avail or have experienced little to no improvement in the condition of their hemorrhoids, turn to alternative medical cure. The most common alternative method to treat the disease is the use of herbal remedies both marketed as well as prepared at home. Examples of herbs used to treat the disease include diosmin, hesperidin, sweet clover, and witch hazel. These remedies are made to be applied twice or thrice daily until improvement is felt. The advantage of using herbal preparations is that they are cheap and relatively easy to apply as well as are without any adverse or side effects. Acupuncture is also gaining popularity as an option for those afflicted with hemorrhoids. By using needles inserted in specific pressure points in the body, blood flow is improved and blood stasis is remedied. Be sure to consult professionals who are licensed to practice acupuncture. Other alternative approaches to treating hemorrhoids include aromatherapy and homeopathy, which also require that you consult with an expert in such field.