Hydromol Ointment, 500 g For the Management of Dermatitis, Eczema, Psoriasis and other Dry Skin Conditions

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If you experience any side effects when using an emollient, it is important to speak with a healthcare provider for advice on how to manage them. Scaly skin can be caused by a variety of factors including eczema, dry weather or other medications as a side effect. When you apply the ointment to the skin, or use it instead of soap, these oils stay on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you use Hydromol Cream if your skin is badly cracked, infected or bleeding. Hydromol Ointment does not contain Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, making it ideal for those who are allergic to this ingredient and struggle to find an eczema relief that doesn’t include it.However, some people may experience mild side effects when using an emollient, such as a feeling of warmth or stinging on the skin. Contains sodium lauryl sulfate and cetostearyl alcohol, both of which may cause local skin reactions (e. All-purpose emollient – Apply to the affected area with a smooth stroking action in the direction of hair growth. emollient ointment recommended by doctors* that is suitable for all ages, Hydromol Ointment is a highly occlusive emollient that provides a protective barrier over the skin to seal in moisture and prevent loss of hydration. Hydromol Ointment is particularly useful for very dry skin, for use under wet wraps or as a night treatment.

If you're using a lot of Hydromol ointment as a moisturiser your clothing and bedding should be changed regularly, preferably daily, because the ointment can soak into fabric and can become a fire hazard. If you're using Hydromol ointment as a moisturiser you can apply it as often as needed to relieve dry skin.People hypersensitive to any of the ingredients may experience skin reactions, such as burning, itching, rash or redness of the skin. All emollients, with the exceptions of Zerodouble ®gel and WSP/LP (50:50), may be used as soap substitutes. Suitable quantities to prescribe: see Emollient Prescribing Guidelines These recommended amounts are for twice daily application for an adult. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you use Hydromol Ointment if your skin is badly cracked, infected or bleeding. It contains emollients which helps moisturise the skin, for example glycerin, urea, and lactic acid.

Adults, elderly and children: apply liberally and frequently to the affected area and smooth into the skin in the direction of hair growth. Hydromol Ointment is particularly useful for very dry skin and can be used under wet wraps or as a night-time treatment. This is useful in conditions like eczema, because it improves the ability of other medicines, such as corticosteroid creams, to penetrate the skin and reduce inflammation. Hydromol cream is light and gentle to the touch and seals moisture in, helping to smooth and soften the surface of the skin, and sooth and calm itching.The NICE British National Formulary (BNF) site is only available to users in the UK (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland). I have been using Hydromol Ointment for a few months, both as a moisturiser and as a soap substitute in the shower. 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.