cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea at a glance
Medicine type
Topical emollient containing disinfectants, a water-repellent and a keratolytic ingredient.
Licensed uses
Cold sores and cracked lips.
Application
For external use only; apply sparingly and dab rather than rub a cold sore.
What is cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea used for?
Licensed for topical application to:
Cold sores on or around the lips.
Dry, cracked lips.
How does cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea work?
Urea helps loosen and soften rough surface skin. Cetrimide and chlorocresol have disinfectant activity, while dimeticone forms a water-repellent protective barrier.
How to take cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea
Use only on external skin and apply sparingly. Wash your hands before and after touching a cold sore, dab rather than rub, and do not share lip products.
Avoid getting the cream inside the mouth or eyes.
Do not pick cracked skin or cold-sore scabs.
Seek medical advice if symptoms persist.
cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea side effects
Get urgent medical advice
- Local inflammation, redness or dermatitis: stop using the cream and ask a pharmacist or doctor for advice.
- Sudden swelling or breathing difficulty may indicate a severe allergic reaction and needs emergency help.
cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea in pregnancy
The product information advises consulting a doctor before use during pregnancy.
cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea while breastfeeding
Consult a doctor before use while breastfeeding. If you have a cold sore, wash your hands before handling or feeding your baby, cover lesions where possible and do not kiss the baby.
cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea interactions
No medicine interactions are known for the selected cream.
Common questions about cetrimide + chlorocresol + Dimeticone 350 + urea
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What is this cream used for?
It is licensed for topical use on cold sores and cracked lips.
Is this an antiviral cream?
No antiviral ingredient or antiviral mechanism is specified. Its ingredients soften skin, provide disinfectant activity and form a water-repellent barrier.
Can it be used inside the mouth?
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