emulsifying ointment · Medicine question

What should I do if it irritates my skin?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Stop using the selected aqueous cream and ask a pharmacist or clinician about an alternative if persistent burning, stinging, itching or redness develops.

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