Hydromol Intensive 10 Percent Urea Cream, 100 g

Product Information

All-purpose emollient – Apply to the affected area with a smooth stroking action in the direction of hair growth. Use liberally as often as required. Ensure hands are clean before applying. There are a number of different treatments available to patients from moisturisers to topical steroids. All-purpose emollient – Apply to the affected area with a smooth stroking action in the direction of hair growth. Use liberally as often as required. Ensure hands are clean before applying. Hydromol Intensive contains urea, which is the skin’s natural moisturiser that is found naturally in the stratum corneum and helps the skin retain its moisture. HowHydromol Intensive Cream Works?

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Never be without the cream/ointment! Take some of your emollient with you wherever you go, and don’t wait until you run out to get some more. Cork MJ. Optimising Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis: The Emollient to Topical Steroid Prescribing Ratio. Scientific Insights Report, 2003.E45 Shower Cream is a soap and detergent free shower cream that helps cleanse skin without causing further drying. It actively works to moisturise and protect the skin. Hydromol Cream is a medical device and may be prescribed as an appliance as listed in part IXA of the Drug Tariff. It is therefore prescribable from the Nurse Prescribers’ Formulary for NHS patients by nurse prescribers, community practitioners, district nurses and health visitors.

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Take care when getting in and out of the shower or bath – as for most emollient bath products, Hydromol Bath & Shower Emollient can leave bathroom surfaces more slippery than usual. Do not use Hydromol Bath & Shower Emollient if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients of Hydromol Bath & Shower Emollient, if condition worsens or you experience undesirable effects then discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional. Take care to avoid slipping in the bath or shower. Hydromol Intensive contains urea, the skin's natural moisturiser. Urea is a substance that is found naturally in the stratum corneum. It helps the skin retain moisture. Water is also normally retained in the stratum corneum by a thin layer of natural oil (sebum), which slowsdown evaporation of water from the skin surface. For use in the bath-Adults/children and the elderly add 1-3 inner capfuls to a 20cm (8 inch) bath of water. Soak for 10-15 minutes. Infants Add ½-2 inner capfuls to a small bath of water.

Bath additive – Melt Hydromol Ointment in warm water in a suitable container, add mixture to the bath. Care should be taken as Hydromol Ointment will make the surface of the bath slippery. Hydromol Intensive is an emollient used to treat dry, scaly skin conditions. The cream helps to soften and moisturise your skin. Using too much Hydromol Intensive may cause skin irritation (redness, burning or itching). If this happens to you ask your doctor for advice. May produce local irritations (including erythema, burning or pruritus) and oedema when applied to sensitive, moist or fissured skin.

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If you prefer the cream/ointment warmer or cooler, you can either warm it in your hands or store in a cool place prior to application (however it should not be heated or chilled). Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist on how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help protect the environment. A 3-in-1 all-purpose emollient, bath additive and soap substitute, it contains no fragrances, colourings, additives or preservatives and is suitable for all ages. If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

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Bath additive – Melt Hydromol Ointment in warm water in a suitable container, add mixture to the bath. Care should be taken as Hydromol Ointment will make the surface of the bath slippery. It contains 10% urea, a vital component of the skin’s own Natural Moisturising Factor (NMF). Urea is a naturally occurring humectant, attracting water into the skin and hydrating it from the inside. If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to urea or any of the ingredients of Hydromol Intensive (see Section 6 Further information). Formulated with key ingredients for skin health, Hydromol Intensive is a soft cream which moisturises the skin. Thoroughly recommend this company. Very good service, always keep you informed if there is a delay in sourcing the product and prompt dispatch when available.