Dermol Cream - 500g
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Dermol Cream 500g is an antimicrobial and emollient (softening and moisturising) treatment for dry skin ailments such as dermatitis and eczema. It eases irritation and itching, protecting and soothing your skin to keep it moisturised. Anyone of any age can use Dermol. Its four active ingredients include benzalkonium chloride and chlorhexidine dihydrochloride (antimicrobials), liquid paraffin, and isopropyl myristate (emollients).
- Treats dry skin conditions such as Eczema, Dermatitis
- Can be used as a soap substitute
- Soothes and protects your skin
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Dermol Cream - 500g
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Dermol Cream is an effective antimicrobial emollient cream used for the treatment of dry, itching skin, eczema, dermatitis, and other dry skin conditions. Dermol Cream is useful in moisturising the skin surface and it can be applied to dry skin after washing. Dermol cream can not only be used as a moisturiser but can also be used as a soap substitute. Dermol cream can also be used even after your symptoms have passed, to help keep future occurrences from happening.
About Eczema
Eczema is a chronic, relapsing, inflammatory skin condition that has symptoms of an itchy red rash, which is often found in skin creases such as the folds of the elbows or behind the knees. Eczema can also have a link to other conditions such as hayfever or asthma and is quite common in children and often involves the scalp and face. Dry skin conditions can be caused by many different factors, including certain temperatures, food sensitivities, or stress. Individuals who tend to suffer from dry skin do so due to water loss from the skin and reduced resistance to irritant substances.
General advice on looking after dry skin conditions
- Emollients help soften, moisturise and protect the skin. They play a central role in the treatment and management of dry skin conditions. For maximum effect, they should be applied regularly and as often as needed.
- When bathing, try to use warm, not hot, water and avoid staying in the bath for long periods. This could make dry skin conditions worse.
- Try to avoid using normal soaps or shower products (even those labelled “moisturising”). This is because they tend to dry and irritate the skin. Avoid using products containing fragrances, as these can also cause skin problems. You should try to use a fragrance-free emollient “soap substitute” instead. This type of product will not foam or lather but will be better for your dry skin condition.
- Breaking the itch-scratch cycle.
Some dry skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis are itchy and can be quite sore. Although scratching relieves the itching for a short while, it further damages the skin. Badly scratched skin easily gets infected. This makes it itchier and the urge to scratch becomes even greater. It is better if scratching can be avoided by reducing the itching. The regular use of emollients or moisturisers can help with this.
Like all medicines, Dermol Cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
If you experience any of the following reactions stop using Dermol Cream and get urgent medical help: swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat; a sudden uncharacteristic red itchy skin rash (hives) away from the site of application; wheezing or breathing difficulty; feeling faint or dizzy; a strange metallic taste in the mouth; or collapse. You may be having a serious allergic reaction.
This product has been specially designed for use on dry or problem skin areas anywhere on the body. Rarely, Dermol Cream can cause skin reactions in treated areas (involving redness, irritation, and/or itching). These very rare skin reactions may become more significant when associated with excessive use as a leave-on application in areas of folded skin such as the groin or in the nappy area.
Stop using this cream and tell your doctor or pharmacist:
- If your skin condition seems to look or feel worse.
- If any of the side effects become unacceptable, or you notice any other side effects not mentioned in this leaflet.
What if I swallow Dermol Cream?
If you accidentally swallow the product and you then feel unwell, seek medical attention.
Do not attempt to cause vomiting.
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Benzalkonium Chloride 0.1%, Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride 0.1%, Liquid Paraffin 2.5%, and Isopropyl Myristate 2.5%
Other ingredients: Cetostearyl Alcohol, Macrogol Cetostearyl Ether, Phenoxyethanol, Glycerol, Disodium Phosphate Dodecahydrate, Sodium Dihydrogen Phosphate Dihydrate, Purified water.
Warnings
Do not use it in case of known sensitivity to any of the ingredients. Take care to avoid the cream getting into the eyes. If this should occur, rinse the eyes thoroughly with plenty of warm water. Consult a doctor if irritation persists. If a significant quantity of the cream is accidentally swallowed, nausea and vomiting may occur. Serious effects are unlikely, but if there is cause for concern, seek medical attention.
Leaflets
Before taking any medicines, and this Dermol Cream is no exception, regardless of whether they are over-the-counter or prescription-only, it is essential always to read the patient information leaflet.
