BASODEXAN Grease cream, 2X100 g

Instructions for use for BASODEXAN Grease cream, 2X100 g

Instructions for use of the product "Basodexan fat cream": Basodexan fat cream is used for the supportive treatment of fish scale disease (ichthyosis), skin dryness (xeroderma), thickening of the horny layer (hyperkeratosis) and other conditions of dry, rough skin. The cream is also suitable for the follow-up treatment of skin diseases that have largely subsided, especially in the corticoid-free therapy of chronic skin diseases. The package leaflet contains important information that should be read carefully before use. The cream should be applied thinly to the affected skin area and rubbed in. The duration of application can be determined individually by the doctor. Some side effects such as redness, itching or contact allergic reactions may occur. The medicine should not be used if there is hypersensitivity to urea or the other ingredients. It should also not be used in cases of acute skin inflammation with injured skin surface and in cases of impaired kidney function. Pregnant women should consult their doctor before use. Basodexan grease cream is available in aluminium tubes of 50 g, 100 g and 200 g. The cream contains the active ingredient urea and other ingredients such as maize starch, white vaseline, purified water, isopropyl myristate, sorbitan laurate and poly(oxyethylene)-25-hydrogenated castor oil. No special storage conditions are required and the cream has a shelf life of 6 months after opening. Further information can be found on the website of the pharmaceutical company Almirall Hermal GmbH. There are no special instructions concerning the ability to drive and operate machinery. No specific ingredients of the medicinal product are highlighted that should be observed. The cream provides the skin with increased moisture and makes it more supple and soft. However, skin irritation may occur if the medicinal product is used in acute inflammatory skin conditions. The dosage and instructions for use state that the cream should be applied to the skin in a sufficient amount twice a day. An overdose may cause skin irritation. If the application is forgotten, the cream should be continued as prescribed the next time. It should be noted that not all possible side effects have been described and that a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted in the event of any disturbance of sensation or changes during treatment. It is recommended that a doctor be consulted before use if the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding. Caution should be exercised if there is an allergy to paraffin or emulsifiers. In case of allergy to emulsifiers, the E-numbers E 493 and E 494 should be noted. It should also be noted that interactions with other medicines may occur. A doctor or pharmacist should be consulted if there are any questions about use or dosage.