Zeroderma Zeroderm Ointment 500g - 3In1 Emollient, Bath Additive and Soap Substitute for Dry Skin Conditions

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Use in confirmed staphylococcal infection e.g. recurrent folliculitis and impetiginised eczema as per Notts Emollient Formulary.

Aqueous cream may be associated with skin reactions (stinging, burning, itching and redness) when used as a 'leave-on' emollient, often within 20 minutes of application, and especially in children with atopic eczema. See MHRA Drug Safety update March 2013. Try Vitamin C: Even though the skin on our body is different from that on our face, that doesn't mean this skin should be neglected, and more brands are bringing out skincare body products. Vitamin C can brighten the skin, therefore any scarring, dark patches, and stretch marks can be treated using this ingredient.Adults and the elderly: Apply pea sized amounts to clean and dry skin, gently spreading the cream evenly to form a thin protective barrier to cover the affected area. Children: Seek HCP advice before use. Date of preparation: Apply the cream to the skin. Children under 1: Seek HCP advice before use. Adults, the elderly and children: A thin application of the cream should be gently massaged into the skin three times daily or at appropriate intervals. When used as a protective barrier cream, Zeroguent should be applied sparingly to the affected areas of the skin before or immediately after exposure to a potentially harmful factor. Date of preparation: Excetra ® cream is formulary option for moderately dry skin as per Notts Emollient Formulary. (APC Sep19)

It may help to apply an emollient before and after swimming. Leave enough time for it to be absorbed into your skin before you swim.

When to apply emollients

Contains peanut oil (so do many other things - see BNF which lists the ingredients and excipients of creams)

Some products may worsen acne. If your skin is prone to acne breakouts, look for the word "non-comedogenic" (will not clog pores) on the label. Some products may stain/discolor clothing. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Nappy rash is usually irritant dermatitis. The first line of treatment is to change nappies frequently and avoid tight fitting waterproof pants Your doctor or pharmacist will talk to you about which type of emollient will work best for your skin condition. Fragrance-free 2-in-1 moisturising cream and wash with natural oatmeal (avena sativa kernal flour) for use in the management of dry skin conditions as may be found in eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, ichthyosis, elderly pruritus and other dry skin conditions. Adverse reactions:

Emollient soap substitutes that are used instead of normal soap in the bath or shower are not usually available on the NHS. How to get emollients an overheating, burning sensation or stinging that does not settle after a few days of treatment – usually caused by a reaction to a certain ingredient in the emollient The supporting prescribing guideline must have been agreed by the relevant secondary care trust D&TC(s) and approved by the Nottinghamshire APC. Not in Nottinghamshire emollient formulary. Use alternative if a leave on emollient is required -see formulary for options. The emollient should be applied as soon as you have patted your skin dry to make sure it's properly absorbed. Skin reactions