Should Germolene Wound Care Cream be kept away from mucous membranes?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Yes, Germolene Wound Care Cream should not contact mucous membranes.

Germolene Wound Care CreamBayer plc · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 2Document updated 31 July 2024

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Yes, Germolene Wound Care Cream should not contact mucous membranes.

Germolene Wound Care CreamBayer plc · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 2Document updated 31 July 2024

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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