Description
Cetraben Emollient Cream 1050g Pump is a prescription and pharmacy-sale emollient cream specifically formulated to moisturise, soften and protect dry, red, inflamed, damaged or chapped skin, particularly when associated with eczema and other dry skin conditions. Its high paraffin content (white soft paraffin and light liquid paraffin) replaces lost skin oils and forms a protective barrier on the skin surface to reduce transepidermal water loss, while glycerin acts as a humectant to attract and retain water in the outer skin layers. The fragrance-free cream is suitable for all ages, including children, and is supplied in a large, easy-to-use 1050g pump dispenser for frequent, whole-body application.
Bnefits
- Provides intensive moisturising and protective action for dry, itchy and eczema-prone skin.
- High paraffin content (white soft paraffin and light liquid paraffin) replaces lost skin oils and forms a barrier to lock in moisture.
- Helps relieve red, inflamed, damaged, dry or chapped skin associated with eczema and other dry skin conditions.
- Softens, smoothes and protects the skin, reducing discomfort, itch and the urge to scratch.
- Fragrance-free and suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin.
- Can be used by sufferers of all ages, including children and older adults, as directed by a healthcare professional.
- Large 1050g pump pack is convenient for frequent use at home and helps minimise contamination and wastage.
- Vegan-friendly and not tested on animals, with no ingredients derived from animals (according to several UK pharmacy listings).
Indications
- Symptomatic relief of red, inflamed, damaged, dry or chapped skin, especially when associated with endogenous or exogenous eczema.
- Management of other dry skin conditions such as dermatitis and psoriasis where an emollient is indicated.
- Regular, long-term emollient therapy to maintain skin hydration and barrier function.
- Adjunct to other prescribed treatments for eczema and dry skin disorders, as part of a complete skincare regimen.
- Suitable for use in adults, older people and children of all ages under appropriate supervision.
Composition
- White Soft Paraffin BP 13.2% w/w (active emollient)
- Light Liquid Paraffin Ph Eur 10.5% w/w (active emollient)
- Emulsifying Wax BP (contains Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Cetostearyl Alcohol)
- Cetostearyl Alcohol BP
- Glycerin BP (Glycerol)
- Butylparaben
- Methylparaben (E218)
- Ethylparaben (E214)
- Propylparaben (E216)
- Phenoxyethanol BP
- Citric Acid
- Purified Water
Packaging
- 1050g airless pump dispenser designed for frequent home use and reduced contamination risk.
- Also available in 50g, 150g and 500g pack sizes for personal and on-the-go use.
- Outer labelling includes name of medicinal product, strength, therapeutic indications, directions for use, ingredient list, storage instructions, PL number and expiry date.
- Listed in the UK NHS Drug Tariff (Part IXA) as a prescribable emollient cream in multiple pack sizes.
Usage
- For external use only.
- Apply to dry skin areas as often as required or as directed by a doctor, nurse or pharmacist to ensure continuous hydration throughout the day.
- Apply liberally to the affected areas, ensuring the skin is well covered.
- Smooth the cream gently into the skin in the direction of hair growth using long, smooth strokes; avoid vigorous rubbing which can trigger itching and increase skin heat.
- Use as frequently as needed, typically at least twice daily and after bathing or showering, to help protect the skin from drying out.
- Cetraben Cream may also be applied before and after bathing to protect the skin from further dryness, if advised by a healthcare professional.
- If the cream is accidentally swallowed, go to the nearest accident and emergency department with the product container or leaflet.
- Keep away from naked flames and do not smoke while using the product, as paraffin-based products on clothing, dressings, bedding or other fabric can increase the risk of fire; change and wash such fabrics frequently.
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity or allergy to white soft paraffin, light liquid paraffin or any of the excipients (including parabens, cetostearyl alcohol or sodium lauryl sulfate in the emulsifying wax).
Adverse Effects
- Mild allergic skin reactions such as redness, rash or erythema have been reported very rarely; if this occurs, discontinue use and consult a doctor or pharmacist.
- Potential for delayed hypersensitivity reactions due to parabens (methylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben), which may rarely cause allergic reactions.
- Increased risk of fire when paraffin-based products are absorbed by dressings, clothing, bedding and other fabrics, which can be easily ignited by a naked flame or cigarette; this is a safety risk rather than a direct skin reaction but must be highlighted to patients and carers.
Storage Conditions
- Do not store above 25°C.
- Keep the container tightly closed when not in use.
- Keep medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not use after the expiry date shown on the packaging.
- Keep away from naked flames and sources of ignition, especially when cream has soaked into clothing, dressings, bedding or other fabrics.
Duration
Intended for regular, long-term use as an emollient; treatment duration is based on clinical need and may be continuous in chronic dry skin and eczema, as advised by a healthcare professional.
Onset
Moisturising and softening effects begin shortly after application, with symptomatic relief of dryness and itch improving as the cream is used regularly over days to weeks.
