For external use only.
Paediatric population
An audit of children attending a paediatric dermatology clinic recorded the proportion of immediate cutaneous reactions to emollients (defined as one or more of burning, stinging, itching and redness developing within 20 minutes of application). Aqueous cream was the emollient used by most (71%), which was associated with an immediate cutaneous reaction in 56% of exposures, compared with 18% with other emollients used (details of the other emollients were not reported; n = 100).
Fire Safety Warning
Instruct patients not to 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.
Slip Hazard Warning
This preparation may make skin and surfaces slippery particular care is needed when bathing.
Excipient Warnings
Aqueous cream contains sodium lauryl sulfate which may cause local skin reactions (such as stinging or burning sensation) or increase skin reactions caused by other products when applied on the same area, particularly in children with atopic eczema.
Aqueous cream contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
Aqueous cream contains chlorocresol which may cause allergic reactions.
Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.