Cetraben Cream 500g
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Cetraben Cream 500g is a topical treatment used for eczema where clinically appropriate. It contains White soft paraffin and light liquid paraffin in an emollient cream base.
Emollients are a core part of eczema management. They moisturise dry skin, reduce water loss and support the skin barrier. They can be applied liberally and frequently, particularly after washing or whenever the skin feels dry.
Suitability depends on your symptoms, medical history, current medicines, allergies, previous treatment and pregnancy or breastfeeding considerations where relevant.
How to use
Use Cetraben Cream 500g exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with the product.
The treatment schedule for eczema is: Frequently and as required. Do not change the dose, frequency or duration unless advised by a clinician.
Apply a thin layer to the affected area as directed. Wash your hands after application unless the hands are the area being treated, and avoid the eyes, mouth and other mucous membranes unless the product is specifically intended for them.
Choose a formulation that is suitable for the skin and acceptable to use regularly. Emollient residue on clothing, bedding and dressings can increase fire risk, so keep treated fabrics away from flames, cigarettes and other ignition sources.
If symptoms of eczema worsen, do not respond as expected or you develop a serious reaction, stop and seek appropriate clinical advice.
Main Ingredients
Cetraben Cream 500g contains White soft paraffin and light liquid paraffin in an emollient cream base as the main active ingredient or treatment component.
The exact formulation, excipients, device components or inactive ingredients can vary by manufacturer and pack supplied.
Always check the patient information leaflet or product instructions supplied with your specific pack, particularly if you have known allergies or intolerances.
Side Effects & Cautions
Side effects depend on the exact product and can include local irritation, stomach upset, headache, dizziness or allergic reactions. Read the patient information leaflet and seek advice for severe or unexpected symptoms.
Choose a formulation that is suitable for the skin and acceptable to use regularly. Emollient residue on clothing, bedding and dressings can increase fire risk, so keep treated fabrics away from flames, cigarettes and other ignition sources.
Prescription medicine is supplied only if clinically suitable. Severe, widespread, infected, blistering or rapidly worsening eczema, eczema affecting the eyes, or symptoms not responding to treatment may require face-to-face assessment.
Stop treatment and seek urgent medical help for difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or tongue, collapse or another severe allergic reaction.
Use only as directed on the pack or by the pharmacist, and seek clinical review if symptoms are severe, recurrent, atypical or not improving as expected.
Read the official patient information leaflet before using any medicine. The leaflet provides important information on use, cautions, side effects and storage.
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