Patient Leaflet Updated 22-Dec-2022 | THE BOOTS COMPANY PLC
Boots Skin Allergy Relief 2% w/w Cream
Boots Skin Allergy Relief 2% w/w Cream
(Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride)
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to use it carefully to get the best results from it.
This medicine contains Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride which belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines, which act to relieve the symptoms of allergies.
It can be used to relieve itching and discomfort of the skin associated with allergies, rashes, stings, insect bites and hives.
This medicine can be used by adults and children of 6 years and over. However, some people should not use this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
Do not use:
Information about some of the ingredients in this medicine: This medicine contains propyl hydroxybenzoate which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Check the tube seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not use the cream.
Pierce tube seal with end of cap.
Adults and children of 6 years and over: use a small amount 2 times a day, if you need to. Don’t use for more than 3 days.
Apply to the skin only.
Do not use on children under 6 years.
Do not use more than the amount recommended above.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor.
If you use too much or if anyone swallows some of the medicine: Talk to a doctor. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some of these:
If you get any of these serious side effects, stop using the cream. See a doctor at once:
If you get any of the following side effects see your pharmacist or doctor:
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Do not store above 25°C.
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.
This cream contains Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 2% w/w.
As well as the active ingredient, the cream also contains propyl hydroxybenzoate, liquid paraffin, emulsifying wax and purified water.
The pack contains 25 g of cream.
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Leaflet prepared May 2018
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Product name: Boots Skin Allergy Relief 2% w/w Cream
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