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What is Oilatum Cream 500ml

Why use Oilatum CreamOilatum Cream is an Emollient softening, soothing agent used in the treatment of atopic eczema, contact dermatitis, senile pruritus, and dry, sensitive skin including ichthyosis a scaly dry skin condition. It will help to moisturise the skin after washing and is suitable for people allergic to lanolin.

What are the key features

Light liquid paraffin
White soft paraffin
An emollient cream for eczema and itchy irritating dry skin conditions
Soothes, softens and rehydrates
Relieves itching
Especially beneficial after washing
Suitable for children, adults and the elderly
Fragrance free

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What are the active ingredients

Light Liquid Paraffin 6.0% w/w, White Soft Paraffin 15.0% w/w, Other ingredients: Macrogol 1000 Monostearate, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Glycerol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citric Acid Monohydrate, Povidone, Purified Water, May cause local skin reactions e.g. contact dermatitis

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How to use Oilatum Cream 500ml

DirectionsApply to the affected area. Use as often as required or as directed by your pharmacist or doctor. Oilatum Cream isespecially effective if applied immediately after washing, to counteract the loss of essential oils from the skin. Oilatum Cream is suitable for children and adults.

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Precautions to consider before using/taking Oilatum Cream 500ml

Fire hazard. Do not smoke or go near naked flames clothing bedding with this product dried on them cancatch fire easily.WarningsAvoid using this product if you are sensitive to any of the ingredients. If an adult uses this product whilst breast-feeding, wash all traces prior to feeding. Do not smoke or go near naked flames - risk of severe burns. Fabric clothing, bedding, dressings etc that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.Reporting of side effectsIf you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed on this label. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at:www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety ofthis medicine.Use this medicine only on your skin.KEEP OUT OF THE SIGHT AND REACH OF CHILDREN.Benzyl alcohol may cause mild local irritation.

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Oilatum Cream 500ml

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