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Adult Dose

Clinical InformationAdministration Information
Indication: General use as an emollient/moisturizer in the symptomatic relief of dry skin conditions
Condition: Ointment
Dose: Ointment – Thin film
Frequency: As required
Note: Apply to the affected area of the skin, in the direction of hair growth. Repeat as necessary. Ideally, the product should be applied three or four times a day or at least twice a day.
Indication: General use as an emollient/moisturizer in the symptomatic relief of dry skin conditions
Age: Adult
Condition: Large area of the body affected
Dose: Ointment – Up to 500 g a week
Frequency: As often as required
Note: Apply to the affected area and rub in well.

Child Dose

Clinical InformationAdministration Information
Indication: Symptomatic relief of dry skin conditions
Age: Infant
Dose: Lotion – 1/2-2 capful
Note: Add to a wash basin of water for infant bath
Indication: Symptomatic relief of dry skin conditions
Dose: Cream – Applied to the affected area
Frequency: as often as required
Note: Rub in well; especially effective after washing when sebum content of the stratum corneum may be depleted
Administration
  • Apply to wet skin
  • Rub in gently
Side Effect

Drug Interaction

Drug NameRisk Factors
Fat-soluble vitamins and other compounds
May impair absorption

Disease Interaction

Disease NameRisk Factors
Acne
Can worsen acne
Greasy skin
Can increase skin oiliness

Pregnancy

Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Do not store above 30° C. Keep away from light and out of the reach of children.

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