Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream Tube 90g for Gentle Barrier Protection on Intact Skin or for Mild Skin Damage-for Use During Episodes of Incontinence

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Many times Medi-Derm (methyl salicylate, menthol, and capsaicin cream and ointment) is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor. Medicines suitable to be prescribed in primary care / general practice after specialist* recommendation or initiation.

Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream provides gentle barrier protection on intact skin or for mild skin damage. If you use Medi-Derm (methyl salicylate, menthol, and capsaicin cream and ointment) on a regular basis, put on a missed dose as soon as you think about it. WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your Pea to Palm application: Use a pea sized amount of cream to cover an area approximately the size of your palm. Do not over apply. 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.Use in confirmed staphylococcal infection e.g. recurrent folliculitis and impetiginised eczema as per Notts Emollient Formulary. They are not substitute for adequate nursing care and it is doubtful if they are any more effective than the traditional compound zinc ointments They are useful on the skin around stomas, bedsores, and pressure areas in the elderly where the skin is intact

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. Can be used for existing patients if switching toExocream/Zerocream is not acceptable to the patient. The work and commitment from Kerry, this had directly contributed to the use of Medi Derma rage across Barnsley increasing formulary compliance and pathway adherence across all areas. Any other emollient with low percentage urea can be used for maintenance following the treatment phase.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. Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; Bianchi J, Beldon P, Callaghan R, Stephen-Haynes J (2013) Barrier products: Effective use of a barrier cream and film. Wounds UK 9(1): 82-8. Does not impede the adhesion of dressings, pouches or adhesive devices and prevents and reduces trauma and related pain (2) Reapplication is recommended twice a day, if using adhesive dressings or devices then after each dressing or device change.