emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin at a glance
Medicine class
Topical emollient and soap substitute.
Licensed uses
Relief of dry skin symptoms and skin washing as a soap substitute.
Application
For external use; smooth gently onto the skin rather than rubbing vigorously.
Fire warning
Residue on clothing, bedding or dressings makes fabric burn more easily. Keep away from smoking, flames and other ignition sources.
What is emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin used for?
This product is used on the skin.
Relieving symptoms of dry skin conditions.
Replacing ordinary soap when washing the skin.
How does emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin work?
The paraffin-rich cream forms an oily film over the skin, reducing moisture loss and helping dry or chapped skin rehydrate. When used for washing, it cleans without the drying action of ordinary soap.
How to take emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin
Use only on the skin. Smooth gently in the direction of hair growth. As a soap substitute, combine with warm water, spread over the skin, rinse and pat dry. Treated skin, baths, showers and floors may become slippery. Use a clean spoon or spatula rather than putting fingers into tubs.
Keep the cream and contaminated fabrics away from cigarettes, flames and heat sources.
Wash contaminated clothing and bedding, although washing does not completely remove the fire risk.
Apply other topical treatments separately and ask a clinician which should be applied first.
emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin side effects
Common or expected effects
- Stinging or burning after application.
- Itching or redness.
- Contact dermatitis or other local irritation, particularly from sodium lauryl sulfate or cetostearyl alcohol.
- Blocked or inflamed hair follicles.
Get urgent medical advice
- Severe burns if fabric carrying dried emollient residue catches fire.
- A marked or persistent skin reaction requiring prompt assessment.
emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin in pregnancy
Adverse effects are unlikely when used as indicated. Speak to a midwife or doctor about intense itching—especially on the palms or soles, or itching that worsens at night—because maternity assessment may be needed.
emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin while breastfeeding
Adverse effects are unlikely when used as indicated. Ask a pharmacist, midwife or doctor before applying it directly to the breast or nipple, where the baby could contact or swallow residue.
emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin interactions
No medicinal interactions are known. Apply other topical treatments separately to avoid diluting or spreading them unintentionally.
Topical corticosteroids and other medicated skin treatments
Apply separately and ask the prescriber which product should be used first.
Common questions about emulsifying ointment + liquid paraffin + white soft paraffin
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Is this the same as aqueous cream?
The selected Aqueous Cream BP contains these emollient ingredients in a water-containing cream, with sodium lauryl sulfate, cetostearyl alcohol and phenoxyethanol.
Can it be used instead of soap?
Yes. Soap substitution is a licensed use and can avoid the drying effect of ordinary soaps and shower gels.
Why does aqueous cream sting or burn?
Sodium lauryl sulfate and cetostearyl alcohol can cause local irritation or contact dermatitis. Stop and seek advice if the reaction is marked or does not settle.
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