Answer
Canesten HC Cream (with acetate) should not be applied under occlusive dressings such as nappies or bandages because of its corticosteroid content, particularly in infants and children, where increased systemic absorption may cause adrenocortical suppression.
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- Canesten HC Cream (with acetate)Bayer plc · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 5Document updated
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