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Flexitol 10% Urea Cream 150g

Flexitol 10% Urea Cream 150g

Flexitol

Topical dermatology treatment
  • Class I medical device status in the UK for Flexitol 10% Urea Cream (emollient for dry and rough skin).
  • Manufactured under regulated pharmaceutical/medical device quality standards by Thornton & Ross Ltd.
Urea-based emollient cream for dry and rough skin

Description

Flexitol 10% Urea Cream 150g is a urea-based emollient cream formulated for the relief and management of rough, dry and anhidrotic skin conditions on the feet and body. Containing 10% w/w urea in a blend of lanolin, paraffin and other emollients and skin conditioners, it helps the skin absorb and retain moisture, restoring softness and improving barrier function. The cream is suitable for adults and children over 1 year (for body use as directed) and is commonly recommended for dry, rough patches including those associated with conditions such as xerosis, anhidrotic skin, and diabetic foot dryness when used under appropriate medical guidance.

Bnefits

  • Contains 10% w/w urea, a natural moisturising factor that increases water uptake and retention in the skin.
  • Formulated with emollients and skin conditioners such as lanolin, light paraffin oil and shea butter to soften rough, dry skin.
  • Provides effective relief for dry, rough and anhidrotic skin on feet and body.
  • Helps restore and maintain skin hydration and barrier function when used regularly.
  • Suitable for adults and children over 1 year old (for general body use in community pharmacy guidance).
  • Can be applied 1–3 times daily depending on severity and professional advice.
  • Non-greasy, easily absorbed cream for convenient daily use.
  • Widely available OTC from pharmacies and used in diabetic foot care pathways under professional guidance.

Indications

  • Relief of rough, dry and anhidrotic skin conditions.
  • Management of dry, rough skin on feet including pre-callused or diabetic feet under professional advice.
  • General body moisturiser for persistently dry, flaky or scaly skin patches where a 10% urea emollient is appropriate.
  • Adjunctive skincare in conditions associated with impaired skin barrier and dryness, as advised by a healthcare professional.

Composition

  • Urea 10% w/w (active moisturising ingredient)
  • Purified Water
  • Lanolin (Wool Fat)
  • Light Liquid Paraffin / Paraffin Oil Light
  • Cetostearyl Alcohol
  • Glycerine
  • Dimeticone
  • Glyceryl Monostearate
  • Decyl Oleate
  • PEG-20 Stearate
  • Phenoxyethanol
  • Sodium PCA
  • Shea Butter (Butyrospermum parkii)
  • Panthenol
  • Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E acetate)
  • Benzyl Alcohol
  • BHT
  • Perfume
  • Other excipients and purified water as listed on the pack

Formulation

  • Oil-in-water emollient cream with 10% w/w urea.
  • Blend of humectants (urea, glycerine, sodium PCA) and occlusive/emollient lipids (lanolin, paraffin, shea butter, dimeticone).
  • Non-sterile topical cream for external cutaneous use only.
  • Dermatological formulation suitable for repeated daily application as directed.

Packaging

  • 150 g tube of Flexitol 10% Urea Cream.
  • Outer carton and/or label printed with full ingredients list, directions, warnings, batch number and expiry date.
  • Intended as an over-the-counter pack for community and professional use.

Usage

  • For external use only.
  • Adults and children over 1 year: wash and dry hands before and after use.
  • Apply enough cream to completely cover the affected area.
  • Gently rub into the skin until fully absorbed.
  • Use one to three times daily, or as directed by your doctor, podiatrist or pharmacist.
  • For diabetic foot care, follow the specific frequency and application area recommended by a healthcare professional.
  • Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, genitals and other sensitive areas of skin.
  • Do not use on badly cracked, infected or bleeding skin unless directed by a healthcare professional.
  • If no significant improvement is seen after a couple of weeks of regular use, seek medical advice.

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity or allergy to urea or any of the listed ingredients (e.g. lanolin, parabens, perfume components, wool fat).
  • Do not use on genitals or other highly sensitive areas of skin.
  • Do not apply to open wounds, broken, severely cracked, infected or bleeding skin unless specifically directed by a healthcare professional.
  • Use with caution and seek advice before use if pregnant or breastfeeding as per pharmacy guidance.

Adverse Effects

  • Possible local skin irritation such as redness, stinging, burning or itching at the application site.
  • Rarely, allergic reactions including skin rash, blistering or skin peeling; discontinue use and seek medical advice if these occur.
  • Very rarely, contact dermatitis in individuals sensitive to lanolin, fragrance or other excipients.

Storage Conditions

  • Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
  • Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
  • Do not use after the expiry date printed on the tube and carton.
  • Do not use if the tube seal is broken or appears tampered with at first use.
  • Keep the cap securely closed when not in use.

Duration

Can be used continuously as part of a daily skincare routine; duration depends on the severity and persistence of dryness and should be guided by response and healthcare professional advice.

Onset

Hydration and softening benefits are typically noticeable within days of regular use, with further improvement over 1\u20132 weeks of continued application.

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