Zeroderma Zerobase Emollient Cream, 500 g

Product Information

For use as a barrier and moisturiser for the symptomatic relief of dermatitis, ichthyosis, eczema, nappy rash, protection of dry skin areas, pruritus and related skin conditions where dry scaly skin is a problem. It can be used as a pre-bathing emollient or as an alternative to soap to alleviate drying effects. Adverse reactions: First choice - Dermol ® 500 Lotion (less greasy than Dermol ® cream). Recommended for aditional use as soap substitute. Grey / Non-Formulary (no formal assessment): APC has not formally reviewed this medicine or indication because it had never been requested for formulary inclusion. Often used for drugs new to market. Other first line options are Epimax ®ointment and Liquid & white soft paraffin ointment (Fifty:50®).

It’s a good idea to use a soap substitute. A small amount of cream is put on the skin and washed off. The skin will feel less dry and irritated with this method. It is possible to use it on the body. Can Hydromol irritate skin? Do not use in cases of known sensitivity to any of the ingredients. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. For use on the skin only. Agreed GREY non formulary for NEW PATIENTS (APC Jan 2020). Other creams available as soap substitutes and leave on emollients. Any other emollient with low percentage urea can be used for maintenance following the treatment phase. Rarely, mild allergic reactions such as a skin rash may occur. If you notice any side effects; or your skin condition worsens, stop use and tell your doctor or pharmacist. They will tell you what to do.

Bath additives

Grey / Non-Formulary: Medicines, which the Nottinghamshire APC has actively reviewed and does not recommend for use at present due to limited clinical and/or cost effective data. It is possible to keep your skin moist while bathing or hand washing with a soap substitute. It doesn’t foam like normal soap, but it works as a cleanser. It is important to apply emollients three times a day. Can you use too much emollient? Zerobase Emollient Cream softens, moisturises and protects the skin, providing symptomatic relief for red, inflamed or dry skin. If you have eczema, the cream can also be applied before a bath to stop the skin drying further. It can be used as an alternative to soap. Adverse reactions:

Purified Water, Propylene Glycol, Light Liquid Paraffin 8% w/w, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Monostearate, Polysorbate 40, Soya Bean Oil, White Soft Paraffin 4% w/w, Colloidal Anhydrous Silica, Sorbic Acid. Indications: Zerobase Emollient Cream protects the skin from the elements. It protects raw areas of skin from the effects of red, dry, and inflammatory skin conditions. The cream can be applied prior to bathing to stop the drying of the skin. What is Zerobase emollient cream used for? Excetra ® cream is formulary option for moderately dry skin as per Notts Emollient Formulary. (APC Sep19) Bath and shower emollientsshould never be prescribed see NHSE Items which should not be routinely prescribed in primary care.Paraffin-free emollients should be reserved for patients who are intolerant/unsuitable for paraffin containing emollients due to increased fire hazard risks despite appropriate counselling. As per Nottinghamshire Emollient Formulary. Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balanceof the medicinal product. Healthcare professionals are asked to report anysuspected adverse reactions via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. 4.9 Overdose

Zerobase cream is an emollient, moisturising and protective cream for followup treatment with topical steroids or in spacing such treatment. It may also be used as a diluent for topical steroids. Zerobase cream is recommended for thesymptomatic treatment of red inflamed, damaged, dry or chapped skin, theprotection of raw skin areas and as a pre-bathing emollient for dry/eczematousskin to alleviate drying areas. 4.2 Posology and method of administration Medicines suitable to be prescribed in primary care / general practice after specialist* recommendation or initiation.

There is a rash on the face that is red, flaky and itchy. There is a chance that the rash will turn into blisters. Some things like allergies, asthma, and a family history of eczema can increase your risk of developing the condition. Can Hydromol be used on the vagina?