DERMAPHARM Basic cream, 50 g

Instructions for use of Dermapharm basic cream

Dermapharm Basic Cream is an agent for interval treatment, also known as phase therapy, for various skin diseases that have previously been treated with corticosteroids.These include chronic eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.The cream is also suitable for subsequent aftercare.No prescription is required for this product.

Important notes

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using it.Always use the medicine exactly as described or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.Keep this leaflet in case you want to read it again later.Ask your pharmacist if you need further information or advice.If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist.This also applies to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.If you don't feel better or feel worse after seven days, contact your doctor.

Areas of application

Dermapharm Basic Cream is used for interval treatment of skin diseases that have previously been treated with corticosteroids.This includes chronic eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.The cream can also be used for aftercare.

Active ingredients and ingredients

The cream contains the following active ingredients and excipients: 2.5 mg citric acid, 5 mg diammonium hydrogen citrate, 50 mg cetyl alcohol, 140 mg isopropyl palmitate, 70 mg cetyl palmitate, 50 mg glycerol monostearate, 60 mg polysorbate 60, 2 mg benzoic acid and 620.5 mg purified water per gram of cream.

Contraindications

Dermapharm base cream must not be used if you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.Avoid getting the cream on open wounds or in the eyes.

Dosage and application

Apply the cream to the affected skin areas 2-3 times a day and rub gently.As part of the interval treatment, Dermapharm base cream and the external corticosteroid should be used alternately for a few days each.The cream can also be used over a longer period of time for follow-up treatment.No adverse effects are to be expected in the event of an overdose.If you forget to use it, do not use a double dose.Do not stop using it abruptly as you could endanger the success of the treatment.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Dermapharm Basic Cream can also have side effects, although not everyone gets them.If you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, allergic skin reactions such as burning and redness may occur.Benzoic acid can cause slight irritation to the skin, eyes and mucous membranes.Cetyl alcohol can cause localized skin irritation.

Storage

Keep the cream out of the reach of children.Do not use the medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging.After opening the tube for the first time, the cream has a shelf life of 6 months.

More information

Dermapharm Basic Cream is a white cream available in packs of 50g and 100g.The pharmaceutical company is Dermapharm AG , based in Grünwald.The package insert was last revised in December 2015.