What are Hycosan Extra Dry Eye Drops

Formulated with 0.2% Hyaluronic Acid and has four times more viscous than Hycosan allows a subsequent increase in the duration of action, makes Hycosan Extra ideal for more severe cases of Dry Eye.

Using an innovative bottle design, Hycosan Extra can be dispensed in equal doses each time.

How to use Hycosan Extra Dry Eye Drops

• Tilt your head back and gently pull on your bottom eyelid to create a small pocket.
• Hold the dispenser tip above the eye, without allowing it to make contact
• Press the dispenser bottom to drop the solution into the pocket
• Blink a couple of times to ensure the solution is spread across the eye.

What do Hycosan Extra Dry Eye Drops contain

Sodium Hyaluronate 2mg/ml

What are Flarin 200mg Capsules?

Flarin Capsules are used for the relief from rheumatic or muscular pain, also for the relief of pain of non-serious arthritic conditions (caused by swelling, stiffness and inflammation of joints), joint pain, back pain, neuralgia (sharp pain along nerves), migraine, headache, dental pain, period pain, feverishness, cold and flu symptoms.

This medicine contains ibuprofen, which belongs to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

How to take Flarin 200mg Capsules

Swallow the capsules whole with water. Do not chew.

Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: Take one or two capsules (200 mg – 400 mg), up to three times a day as required.

Leave at least 4 hours between doses and do not take more than 1200 mg (6 capsules) in any 24 hour period.

This medicine is intended for short-term use only. You should take the lowest dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve your symptoms.

If you over 18 years of age, do not take this medicine for longer than 10 days unless your doctor tells you to.

If you are aged between 12 and 18 years and this medicinal product is required for more than 3 days, or if symptoms worsen you should contact your doctor.

What do Flarin 200mg Capsules contain?

The active ingredient is: ibuprofen 200 mg.

What is Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream?

Canesten Hydrocortisone is used to treat athlete’s foot and fungal sweat rash when there are additional symptoms of inflammation (such as swelling, redness and itching).

Canesten Hydrocortisone treats the fungal skin infection and reduces the swelling and itching caused by it.

The active substances in Canesten Hydrocortisone are clotrimazole and hydrocortisone acetate. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called imidazoles, which destroy the fungi and some bacteria that cause skin infections. Hydrocortisone acetate is a mild steroid which reduces swelling, redness and itching associated with inflammation of the skin.

What are fungal infections?

Fungal infections are very common and affect many people. Two of the most common fungal skin infections include athlete’s foot and sweat rash.

There are two main types of fungal infection:

• The tinea group, also known as dermatophytes.
• The candida group, also known as yeasts.

The tinea group includes athlete’s foot which is easily spread by contact. The fungus that causes athlete’s foot usually lives harmlessly on our skin and in our environment. The natural balance that normally keeps it under control can be upset by factors such as damp, moist conditions. This could happen, for example, through regularly wearing training shoes that keep the feet hot and sweaty. Since this fungus is contagious, it can also often be picked up in changing rooms. The main symptom is an itchy, scaly and irritating rash.

The candida group can be responsible for conditions such as sweat rash. Sweat rash can appear anywhere on the body but is more likely to occur where folds of skin rub against each other, such as: under the breasts, under arms, around the groin and on the back. Candida is a yeast-like fungus that usually lives harmlessly on our skin. However, the natural balance that normally keeps it under control can be upset by factors such as sweating, tight or synthetic clothing and cosmetic preparations such as bath additives. When levels of the yeast increase, the skin can develop the following symptoms: persistent burning and itching, soreness and a variety of patches or blemishes as well as a softened and soggy appearance.

How to use Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream

• Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press.
• If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the cream.
• Canesten Hydrocortisone should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected areas twice daily and rubbed in gently. Approximately 1cm of cream per application should be enough.
• Do not cover the area being treated with a dressing or bandage.
• As with all products containing hydrocortisone, you should wash your hands immediately after applying the cream.

The symptoms of a skin infection, such as itching or soreness should improve within a few days of treatment although signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. If the symptoms persist or do not start to improve after seven days, consult your doctor.

You can help the treatment to work if you follow these simple self-help tips:

• Although the infected area will itch, try not to scratch. Scratching will damage the surface of the skin and cause the infection to spread further.
• Keep the affected skin areas clean.
• Pay particular attention to drying the skin, but avoid excessive rubbing.
• Do not share towels, bath mats, etc. with other people as you could spread the infection to them.
• Always wash your hands after treating the infection to prevent it from spreading.

If you have athlete’s foot:

• Remember to dry the skin between the toes thoroughly.
• Wash your socks, stockings and tights thoroughly in hot water to remove any shed skin or fungal spores.
• Change your footwear daily if possible.

What does Canesten Hydrocortisone Cream contain?

The active substances are clotrimazole and hydrocortisone acetate. Each gram of cream contains 10mg clotrimazole and 11.2mg hydrocortisone acetate (equivalent to 10mg hydrocortisone).

What is Eumovate Eczema and Dermatitis Cream 0.05%?

Eumovate is used for the short-term treatment and control of patches of red, itchy skin caused by eczema and dermatitis. The cream stops the skin’s over-reaction to the triggers that cause skin flare-ups, such as eczema or dermatitis. The active ingredient is clobetasone butyrate, a topical corticosteroid to control skin inflammation. The cream base also has moisturising properties.

When can I use Eumovate Cream?

Eumovate cream contains a steroid that reduces inflammation and flare-ups of psoriasis or eczema, often associated with swelling, itching, redness and irritation.

What is eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis?

Eczema is a dry skin condition which makes skin feel itchy, dry and irritated. Dermatitis is a sort of inflammation triggered when the skin comes in contact with something irritable, like harsh additives or disinfectants. Psoriasis is characterised by flaky, red skin patches covered in silver scales, which may be sore and itchy. Flare-ups of eczema and psoriasis may involve:

• Dry skin
• Redness
• Itching
• Blisters
• Cracked skin
• Inflammation

Managing eczema and dermatitis

Skin specialist advice - Skin specialists often advise people with eczema or dermatitis to use emollient (moisturising) skin products, including creams and bath oils, to keep moisture in the skin. This can make your skin more resistant to flare-ups. Avoid using soap and heavily scented products.

If a rash comes back - Sometimes people with dermatitis find their rash soon comes back after treatment or never disappears completely. This is often because they are still in contact with their trigger, i.e. what causes the reaction.

Common triggers of eczema and dermatitis include:

• Jewellery, including earrings or studs (especially gold-plated earrings)
• Coins
• Watch buckles, metal straps or the metal back of a watch
• Metal studs or fastenings on jeans, bras or underwear.

All of these have a metal in them called nickel, which is a very common trigger. If you react badly to nickel, all of the triggers in the list could be a problem. So, if you’ve reacted badly to one of the common triggers, you’ll need to watch out for the other common triggers. 

 Other common triggers of eczema and dermatitis include:

• In the home: such as plasters, furniture polish, varnishes, rubber gloves or elastic in clothes
• In substances you use at work, such as glues, oils, lubricants or cement
• In the garden: certain plants and weeds, gardening gloves.

How to use Eumovate Cream

• Adults and children 12 years and over: Use the cream once or twice daily for up to 7 days.
• Wash and dry your hands.
• Squeeze out the correct amount of cream onto your index finger.
• Half a fingertip will cover a patch of skin the same size as the palm of your hand.
• Gently rub cream into the skin you are treating once or twice a day.
• Wash your hands again (unless it is your hands you are treating).

How much Eumovate Cream to use

• Squeeze out the cream along the top of your index finger
• Squeeze the cream halfway to your fingertip from the crease in your finger. This will cover a patch of skin the same size as the palm of your hand.
• Use the fingertip unit as a guide. For smaller areas, use a smaller amount. This cream is not meant to treat large areas.
• If you use too much of the cream by mistake, don’t worry – but try to keep to the fingertip unit.
• Half a fingertip will cover a patch of skin the same size as the palm of your hand.

Important information about Eumovate

Eumovate contains a moderate steroid and should only be used for short-term use (maximum one week). Thin layers of Eumovate must be applied, as steroids thin the skin. Eumovate cannot be applied to infected, oozing skin or open wounds. If the condition does not improve or worsens after using Eumovate, then treatment should be discontinued, and you should consult your doctor. Eumovate must not be applied to the genital or facial regions.

What are Paracetamol Tablets?

Paracetamol is a pain reliever (analgesic) which helps reduce your temperature when you have a fever.

These tablets are for the relief of mild to moderate pain including headache, migraine, toothache, nerve pain, sore throat and period pains. They are also for the symptomatic relief of sprains and strains, rheumatic pains, sciatica, lumbago, fibrositis, muscular aches and pains, joint swelling and stiffness, flu, feverishness and feverish colds.

How to take Paracetamol Tablets

Swallow the capsules whole with water. Do not chew.

Adults, the elderly and children over 16 years:

• 2 capsules to be taken every 4 to 6 hours as required. Do not take more than 4 doses (8 capsules) in any 24 hour period.

Children aged 12 to 15 years:

• 1 capsule to be taken every 4 to 6 hours, as required. Do not take more than 4 doses (4 capsules) in any 24 hour period.

What do Paracetamol Tablets contain

Each tablet contains the active ingredient: paracetamol 500 mg.

What is Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment?

The active substance is clotrimazole. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called imidazoles and is an antifungal agent which fights the cause of fungal skin infections.

Clotrimazole is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external thrush) or the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.

When Clotrimazole is applied to the infected area of skin, it works by destroying the fungus or yeast which has caused the infection. 

How to use Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment

• Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press.
• If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the cream.
• Clotrimazole should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected areas, two or three times daily and rubbed in gently.
• A strip of cream (½ cm long) is enough to treat an area of about the size of the hand.
• The duration of the treatment depends upon the type of infection. Use the cream for at least two weeks for candida (thrush) infections or at least one month for other infections.
• If you have athlete’s foot, it may help to use an antifungal dusting powder as well. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend one.

The symptoms of skin infection such as itching or soreness should improve within a few days of treatment, although signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

What does Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment contain

The active substance is clotrimazole. Each gram of cream contains 10 mg of clotrimazole (i.e. 1% w/w).

What is Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream

Daktarin 2% Cream is a medicine which is used in the treatment of fungal and associated bacterial infections of the skin and nails. Skin infections may appear on the hands, feet, outer ear, trunk or groin and include athlete’s foot, dhobie itch and intertrigo.

Daktarin 2% Cream is also effective against infected nappy rash. The cream contains miconazole nitrate which works by destroying both the fungus that causes the infection and some of the associated bacteria which may also be present. It also has moisturising properties to help soothe cracked, red skin.

This medicine is for use in adults and children of all ages. 

How to use Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream

• Each tube of cream is sealed – use the cap to pierce the seal.
• For cutaneous use only, which means it is applied directly to the affected area of skin.
• Do not use more often than the stated dose shown below.

How to apply the cream

• Wash the infected area and dry it well. As many skin conditions are contagious, you should keep a towel and flannel for your own use and not share it so that you do not infect anyone else.
• Apply the cream onto the infected area and surrounding skin.
• Wash your hands carefully after applying the cream to avoid spreading the infection to other parts of the body or to other people. Similarly, clothing which comes into contact with the infected areas, such as socks, should be washed and changed frequently.

Adults and children of all ages:

• Skin infections: Apply to the infected skin twice a day.
• Nail infections: Apply to the infected area once or twice daily.

Continue treatment for 7 days (skin infections) or 10 days (nail infections) after all the symptoms have cleared to prevent them from coming back.

If symptoms persist talk to your doctor.

What does Daktarin (Miconazole) 2% Cream contain

The active ingredient in 1 g of Daktarin 2% Cream is: Miconazole nitrate 20 mg.

Other ingredients are PEG-6, PEG-32 and glycol stearate, oleoyl macroglycerides, liquid paraffin, benzoic acid (E210), butylated hydroxyanisole (E320), purified water.

What is The EyeBag - MGDRx - The Warm Eye Compress

The MGDRx EyeBag® is a patented, CE marked Class 1 medical device registered with the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

The EyeBag® can be used as a treatment for sore gritty eyes, dry eye syndrome, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, Chalazion treatment, Stye treatment and Blepharitis treatment.

The EyeBag® is a silk and cotton device that can be re-heated up to 200 times in a microwave. Simply heat for 30 or 40 seconds on full power and the EyeBag® will stay warm for up to 10 minutes.

For the treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction and relief of the following:

• Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
• Blepharitis
• Dry Eye Syndrome
• Styes
• Eyelid Cysts (Meibomian cysts know as chalazion, pronounced Ka-lazy-on)
• Contact Lens Dry Eye
• Corneal Laser Dry Eye
• Seborrhoeic dermatitis
• Rosacea

Symptoms which are relieved by EyeBag® treatment are:

• Grittiness
• Tiredness
• Redness
• Bleary Vision
• Burning Discomfort
• Foreign body sensation (feels like there's something in the eye)
• Dry eye
• Eye irritation

How to use The EyeBag - MGDRx - The Warm Eye Compress

The EyeBag® should only be warmed by a responsible adult. Remove the EyeBag® from the blue box and place it on a clean, microwaveable plate. Do not use the metal griddle supplied with some microwaves as this may burn your EyeBag®.

Place in microwave and heat on full power:

Above 750w - 30 seconds

750w and below - 40 seconds 

Caution: If your microwave is greater than 1000w, you may need to reduce the time.

The EyeBag® is designed to be warmed in a microwave oven but if you do not have access to a microwave you can use the warming oven of an Aga, or even a conventional electric oven at a low temperature. Use the ‘plate warming’ setting which is about 50-60 degrees Centigrade or equivalent for about 10 minutes.

Older EyeBags® may take slightly longer to heat and will retain the heat for shorter periods of time. Usually, you can reheat an EyeBag® about 200 times before it needs to be replaced. You can cautiously increase the heating time a little if you need to, but you must not cook it for more than 60 seconds at a time.

How often should the EyeBag® be used?

We recommend using your EyeBag® twice a day for the first fortnight. After this 3-4 times a week is usual but adjust according to the severity of your symptoms.

Your EyeBag® should be replaced after 6 months use.

What is Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment?

The active substance is clotrimazole. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called imidazoles and is an antifungal agent which fights the cause of fungal skin infections.

Clotrimazole is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external thrush) or the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.

When Clotrimazole is applied to the infected area of skin, it works by destroying the fungus or yeast which has caused the infection. 

How to use Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment

• Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press.
• If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the cream.
• Clotrimazole should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected areas, two or three times daily and rubbed in gently.
• A strip of cream (½ cm long) is enough to treat an area of about the size of the hand.
• The duration of the treatment depends upon the type of infection. Use the cream for at least two weeks for candida (thrush) infections or at least one month for other infections.
• If you have athlete’s foot, it may help to use an antifungal dusting powder as well. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend one.

The symptoms of skin infection such as itching or soreness should improve within a few days of treatment, although signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

What does Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment contain

The active substance is clotrimazole. Each gram of cream contains 10 mg of clotrimazole (i.e. 1% w/w).

What are Allevia Fexofenadine Tablets

Allevia contains fexofenadine hydrochloride, which is a non-drowsy antihistamine.

Allevia is used in adults and adolescents over 12 years of age to relieve the symptoms of hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) such as sneezing, itchy, runny or blocked nose and itchy, red and watery eyes.

How to take Allevia Fexofenadine Tablets

For adults and children aged 12 years and over: The recommended dose is one tablet (120 mg) daily. Take the tablet with water before a meal.

This medicine starts to relieve your symptoms within 1 hour and lasts for 24 hours.

Allevia is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

What do Allevia Fexofenadine Tablets contain

The active substance is fexofenadine hydrochloride. Each tablet contains 120 mg of fexofenadine hydrochloride.

What are Panadol ActiFast Soluble Tablets

Panadol ActiFast Soluble Tablets relieve headaches, tension headaches, migraine, backaches, rheumatic and muscle pain, toothache and period pain.

They also relieve sore throat and fever, aches and pains of colds and flu. As the active ingredient is paracetamol - panadol ActiFast can also be used to reduce your temperature when you have a fever

How to take Panadol ActiFast Soluble Tablets

Over 16's: Take 1-2 tablets, up to 4 times daily as required. Do not take more frequently than every 4 hours. Do not take more than eight tablets in 24 hours.

Ages 10-15: Give one tablet dissolved in water up to 4 times daily. Do not give more frequently than every 4 hours. Do not give more than four tablets in 24 hours. Do not give paracetamol to children for more than three days without consulting a doctor.

Tablets should be dissolved in at least half a glass of water.

What do Panadol ActiFast Soluble Tablets contain

Active Ingredients: Each effervescent tablet contains the active ingredient Paracetamol 500mg.

It also contains Sorbitol (E420).

What are Hycosan Plus Dry Eye Drops

Used to aid the natural healing of a damaged surface of the eye due to surgical procedures, eye injury or dry eyes.

• The surface of your eye is covered by a thin layer of tears, called the Tear Film which protects, nourishes and lubricates the eye.
• Hycosan-Plus® contains a naturally occurring substance called Sodium Hyaluronate which replenishes the tear film
• At a concentration of 0.1% Sodium Hyaluronate, it offers effective relief for more severe and persistent dry eye symptoms.
• Hycosan-Plus® also contains Dexpanthenol which provides the surface of the eye with an effective environment to support healing post-operation or eye injury.

How to use Hycosan Plus Dry Eye Drops

Remove the cap before use. Before first use only, invert the bottle and pump the base until the first drop appears. The system is now ready for use. Place two fingers on the base of the bottle and your thumb on the shoulder, Pull down your lower eyelid. Tilt your head back and press on the base to release one drop.

What do Hycosan Plus Dry Eye Drops contain

Sodium Hyaluronate 2mg/ml.

What is Ametop Gel

AMETOP Gel contains the active substance tetracaine. Tetracaine is a local anaesthetic which numbs the skin.

AMETOP Gel is used:

• to relieve the pain when needles are inserted into a vein for giving an injection or taking a blood sample.
• to relieve the pain of inserting small plastic tubes (cannulae) into veins for putting up drips.

AMETOP Gel is used in adults and infants aged over 1 month.

How to use Ametop Gel

Adults including the elderly: A maximum of 5 tubes (approximately 5g) can be applied at separate sites at the same time. Application of AMETOP Gel can be repeated after a minimum of 5 hours if necessary. The maximum dose in a 24-hour period should not exceed 7 tubes.

Infants over 1 month of age and children under 5 years of age:

• A maximum of 1 tube (approximately 1g) can be applied at separate sites at a single time. Application of AMETOP Gel can be repeated after a minimum of 5 hours if necessary. The maximum dose in a 24-hour period should not exceed 2 tubes.
• Do not use if the patient is less than 1 month old or if the patient is a premature baby up until one month after the expected delivery date (44 weeks gestation).

Children over 5 years of age: A maximum of 5 tubes (approximately 5g) can be applied at separate sites at the same time. Application of AMETOP Gel can be repeated after a minimum of 5 hours if necessary. The maximum dose in a 24-hour period should not exceed 7 tubes.

What does Ametop Gel contain

The active substance tetracaine 4% w/w.

AMETOP Gel: the other ingredients are purified water, sodium chloride, potassium dihydrogen phosphate, xanthan gum (E415), sodium hydroxide (E524) and sodium methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E219) and sodium propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E217).

What is EMLA Cream 5%?

EMLA Cream contains two active substances called lidocaine and prilocaine. These belong to a group of medicines called local anaesthetics.

EMLA Cream works by numbing the surface of the skin for a short time. It is put on the skin before certain medical procedures. This helps to stop the pain on the skin, however, you may still have the feelings of pressure and touch.

Adults, Adolescents and Children

It can be used to numb the skin before:

• Having a needle put in (for example, if you are having an injection or a blood test).
• Minor skin operations.

Adults and Adolescents

It can also be used:

• Having an injection.
• Medical procedures such as the removal of warts.

Adults

It can also be used to numb the skin before:

• Cleansing or removal of damaged skin of leg ulcers.

For other purposes than application to intact skin, the product should be used only upon recommendation of a doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

How to use EMLA Cream 5%

Always use EMLA Cream exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse has told you. Check with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are not sure.

Using EMLA Cream

• Where to put the cream, how much to use and how long to leave it on will depend on what it is used for. Half a 5 g tube corresponds to about 2 g EMLA Cream. One gram of EMLA Cream pressed out of a tube is approximately 3.5 cm.
• EMLA Cream should be used on the genitals only by a doctor or nurse.
• When EMLA Cream is used on leg ulcers, a doctor or nurse should supervise its use.

What does EMLA Cream 5% contain

The active substances are lidocaine and prilocaine. Each gram of cream contains 25 mg of lidocaine and 25 mg of prilocaine.

The other ingredients are macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate, Carbomer 974P, sodium hydroxide and purified water.

What is EMLA Cream 5%?

EMLA Cream contains two active substances called lidocaine and prilocaine. These belong to a group of medicines called local anaesthetics.

EMLA Cream works by numbing the surface of the skin for a short time. It is put on the skin before certain medical procedures. This helps to stop the pain on the skin, however, you may still have the feelings of pressure and touch.

Adults, Adolescents and Children

It can be used to numb the skin before:

• Having a needle put in (for example, if you are having an injection or a blood test).
• Minor skin operations.

Adults and Adolescents

It can also be used:

• Having an injection.
• Medical procedures such as the removal of warts.

Adults

It can also be used to numb the skin before:

• Cleansing or removal of damaged skin of leg ulcers.

For other purposes than application to intact skin, the product should be used only upon recommendation of a doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

How to use EMLA Cream 5%

Always use EMLA Cream exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse has told you. Check with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are not sure.

Using EMLA Cream

• Where to put the cream, how much to use and how long to leave it on will depend on what it is used for. Half a 5 g tube corresponds to about 2 g EMLA Cream. One gram of EMLA Cream pressed out of a tube is approximately 3.5 cm.
• EMLA Cream should be used on the genitals only by a doctor or nurse.
• When EMLA Cream is used on leg ulcers, a doctor or nurse should supervise its use.

What does EMLA Cream 5% contain

The active substances are lidocaine and prilocaine. Each gram of cream contains 25 mg of lidocaine and 25 mg of prilocaine.

The other ingredients are macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate, Carbomer 974P, sodium hydroxide and purified water.

What is LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream

LMX4 is a type of medicine called a local anaesthetic used to numb an area of the body.

LMX4 temporarily numbs the surface of the skin. It can be used to provide pain relief when a needle is inserted into the skin for clinical purposes, such as into a vein (venipuncture or venous cannulation). It may also be used to numb the skin prior to administration of painful topical treatments on larger surface areas of intact skin.

How to use LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream

Always use LMX4 exactly as instructed in this leaflet. Ask the doctor, nurse or other trained person involved in your treatment immediately if you have any questions.

How you use LMX4 depends upon why you are using the product. Make sure you follow the correct dosage. If you require further advice the doctor, nurse or other trained person involved in your treatment can either apply the cream for you, or show you where and how you should use the cream. 

Precautions when using LMX4:

• For external use only. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
• Do not apply to raw or blistered skin, in the ear, inside the nose, in the mouth, to the anus (back passage), where there is a skin rash or eczema, or where there are cuts, grazes or wounds.
• Avoid getting LMX4 cream in your eyes, as it may cause irritation. If you accidentally get any in your eye, immediately rinse it well with lukewarm water or sodium chloride (salt) solution and protect it until sensation returns.
• LMX4 blocks all sensations in the treated area. Avoid scratching, rubbing and exposure to extreme hot and cold until the anaesthetic effect has worn off.

Dosage and how to apply LMX4 to provide pain relief when inserting a needle into the skin and a vein:

1g of cream is approximately equal to a 5cm length of cream squeezed from the 5g tube or 3.5cm squeezed from the 30g tube.

Adults, including the elderly, and children over 1 year of age: 1g to 2.5g of cream, to cover an area of skin 2.5cm x 2.5cm (1"x1") where the needle will be inserted. Do not leave on the skin for longer than 5 hours.

Infants over 3 months but below 1 year of age: No more than 1g of cream should be applied. Do not leave on the skin for longer than 4 hours.

Infants over 1 month but below 3 months of age: No more than 1g of cream should be applied. Do not leave on the skin for longer than 1 hour.

Do not use on infants below one month old.

• Apply LMX4 at least 30 minutes before the procedure starts.
• Using the quantity stated above, apply the cream in a uniform layer to the skin.
• If told to do so, cover the cream with a dressing, to prevent it being accidentally rubbed off the skin.
• Shortly before the procedure is due to begin, remove the dressing and remove the cream thoroughly with a gauze swab.

Dosage and how to apply LMX4 to provide anaesthesia prior to administration for painful topical treatments on larger surface areas of intact skin:

1g of cream is approximately equal to a 5cm length of cream squeezed from the 5g tube or 3.5cm squeezed from the 30g tube.

Adults and the elderly aged 18 years and over: Use 1.5g to 2g on each 10cm2 area of skin, to cover a maximum total area of 900cm2 (approximately equal to a back or thigh).

Do not exceed the recommended dose.

• Apply LMX4 approximately 30 to 60 minutes before the procedure starts.
• Using the quantities stated above, apply the cream in a uniform layer to the skin.
• Ensure the cream is not accidentally rubbed off the skin.
• Shortly before the procedure is due to begin, remove the cream thoroughly with a gauze swab.

What does LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream contain

The active substance is lidocaine. 1g of cream contains 40mg of lidocaine.

The other ingredients are benzyl alcohol, carbomers, cholesterol, phospholipon 80H (hydrogenated soy lecithin), polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, trolamine, vitamin E acetate and purified water.

What is Activon Medical Grade Manuka Honey 

Activon Tube contains 100% Manuka honey with no additives from New Zealand. Our Manuka honey is filtered and sterilised, making it suitable for application to wounds. Manuka honey will de-bride and de-slough, eliminate odours and provides a moist wound healing environment. Activon Tube is ideal for debriding necrotic tissue, or for topping up dressings where the honey has been washed away by exudate. Great for using in cavities, just wash away with saline solution.

How to use Activon Medical Grade Manuka Honey 

Twist off the tube cap and apply directly to the wound. If the wound starts to ooze, dress it with an absorbent bandage or dressing after applying Activon Manuka Honey. 

A thin film dressing can be applied to wounds that do not produce a lot of exudate.

Using a dressing will help protect the wound and ensure the Activon Manuka Honey remains in the wound.

What does Activon Medical Grade Manuka Honey contain

100% Sterilized New Zealand Manuka Honey

What is Ametop Gel Dispensing Pack

AMETOP Gel contains the active substance tetracaine. Tetracaine is a local anaesthetic which numbs the skin.

AMETOP Gel is used:

• to relieve the pain when needles are inserted into a vein for giving an injection or taking a blood sample.
• to relieve the pain of inserting small plastic tubes (cannulae) into veins for putting up drips.

AMETOP Gel is used in adults and infants aged over 1 month.

Contains:

12 x 1.5g Ametop Gel Tubes

24 x 6cm x 7cm Opsite Flexigrid Dressings

How to use Ametop Gel Dispensing Pack

Adults including the elderly: A maximum of 5 tubes (approximately 5g) can be applied at separate sites at the same time. Application of AMETOP Gel can be repeated after a minimum of 5 hours if necessary. The maximum dose in a 24-hour period should not exceed 7 tubes.

Infants over 1 month of age and children under 5 years of age:

• A maximum of 1 tube (approximately 1g) can be applied at separate sites at a single time. Application of AMETOP Gel can be repeated after a minimum of 5 hours if necessary. The maximum dose in a 24-hour period should not exceed 2 tubes.
• Do not use if the patient is less than 1 month old or if the patient is a premature baby up until one month after the expected delivery date (44 weeks gestation).

Children over 5 years of age: A maximum of 5 tubes (approximately 5g) can be applied at separate sites at the same time. Application of AMETOP Gel can be repeated after a minimum of 5 hours if necessary. The maximum dose in a 24-hour period should not exceed 7 tubes.

What does Ametop Gel Dispensing Pack contain

The active substance tetracaine 4% w/w.

AMETOP Gel: the other ingredients are purified water, sodium chloride, potassium dihydrogen phosphate, xanthan gum (E415), sodium hydroxide (E524) and sodium methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E219) and sodium propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E217).

Zoff Adhesive Remover Wipes - Skin functions as the body's primary protective barrier, providing the defence from potentially harmful bacteria, harmful ultraviolet radiation and damage as well as other specialised functions. Skincare products have a significant part in keeping skin integrity and preventing skin breakdown.

Features & Benefits Of Zoff Adhesive Remover Wipes

• Gently cleans hydrocolloid, oil and rubber-based adhesive residues from skin without any irritation, discomfort or injury.
  
• Helps maintain proper skin ethics while eliminating adhesive products and residues by reducing adhesive trauma.
• Aloe-formulated to moisturise and condition tender or fragile skin.
• Non-irritating and non-sensitising - even for ostomates and geriatric patients.
• Contains no CFC's.
• Pleasantly scented.
• Simple to use the first time, every time.
• Cost convenient and practical - easy-to-carry, single-use wipes contain just the right number of adhesive remover. Therefore there's no mess and no waste.

What is Savlon Antiseptic Cream

This antiseptic cream is a first aid treatment for minor wounds and skin reactions. Savlon Antiseptic Cream helps cleanse and protect minor wounds from infection.

• Cleanses cuts, grazes and minor wounds to help prevent infection
• First aid treatment of superficial burns & scalds
• Prevention of infection on shaving cuts, blisters and sores
• Also use to cleanse and treat minor skin problems including chapped skin, spots and blackheads

How to Use Savlon Antiseptic Cream

With clean hands gently apply the cream to the affected area. Do not use it on the eyes or ears.

What does Savlon Antiseptic Cream Contain?

Savlon contains cetostearyl alcohol and parahydroxybenzoates that may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) or allergic reactions (possibly delayed). Savlon also contains fragrances with limonene, linalool, benzyl benzoate and citral which may cause allergic reactions.

What is Savlon Dual Action Gel

Savlon Dual Action Gel 20g A topical anaesthetic and antiseptic gel formulated to relieve pain from insect bites and stings and skin reactions.

Savlon Dual Action Gel contains the active ingredients Lidocaine Hydrochloride, Zinc Sulphate and Cetrimide this dual-action gel helps relieve pain whilst applying an antiseptic to help prevent infection.

• Dual-action.
• Symptomatic relief of pain, itching and irritation.
• Apply to insect bites, stings, and skin reactions such as nettle rash.
• Antiseptic protection.

How to use Savlon Dual Action Gel

Clean and dry the affected area thoroughly, gently apply the gel using clean hands. Suitable for adults and children 12+. Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children and pets. Not suitable for use on animal bites. Do not store above 30°C. Do not use it after the expiry date shown on the end of the tube. Use within 3 months of opening. If symptoms persist, please consult your GP.

Apply a small amount of the gel to the affected area with clean hands. Repeat up to 3-4 times a day, if required. For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, middle ear, meninges and other nervous tissues. If you experience any side effects or allergic reactions stop using immediately and seek medical advice.

Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients, Savlon Dual Action Gel contains the active ingredients Lidocaine Hydrochloride 2.0% w/w, Zinc Sulphate 1.0% w/w and Cetrimide 0.5% w/w. Also contains Hydroxyethylmethylcellulose, Polysorbate 20, Nonoxynol 9, Propylene Glycol and Levomenthol. While allergic reactions are rare stop using and seek medical help if you experience: difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, tongue or throat, dizziness, skin irritation or rash.

What does Savlon Dual Action Gel contain

Active ingredients: Lidocaine Hydrochloride 2.0% w/w, Zinc Sulphate 1.0% w/w, Cetrimide 0.5% w/w.

Also contains: Hydroxypropylmethylcellusose, polysorbate 20, nonoxynol 9, propylene glycol, purified water.

What is Activon Medical Grade Manuka Honey 

Activon Tube contains 100% Manuka honey with no additives from New Zealand. Our Manuka honey is filtered and sterilised, making it suitable for application to wounds. Manuka honey will de-bride and de-slough, eliminate odours and provides a moist wound healing environment. Activon Tube is ideal for debriding necrotic tissue, or for topping up dressings where the honey has been washed away by exudate. Great for using in cavities, just wash away with saline solution.

How to use Activon Medical Grade Manuka Honey 

Twist off the tube cap and apply directly to the wound. If the wound starts to ooze, dress it with an absorbent bandage or dressing after applying Activon Manuka Honey. 

A thin film dressing can be applied to wounds that do not produce a lot of exudate.

Using a dressing will help protect the wound and ensure the Activon Manuka Honey remains in the wound.

What does Activon Medical Grade Manuka Honey contain

100% Sterilized New Zealand Manuka Honey

What is Savlon Antiseptic Cream

This antiseptic cream is a first aid treatment for minor wounds and skin reactions. Savlon Antiseptic Cream helps cleanse and protect minor wounds from infection.

• Cleanses cuts, grazes and minor wounds to help prevent infection
• First aid treatment of superficial burns & scalds
• Prevention of infection on shaving cuts, blisters and sores
• Also use to cleanse and treat minor skin problems including chapped skin, spots and blackheads

How to Use Savlon Antiseptic Cream

With clean hands gently apply the cream to the affected area. Do not use it on the eyes or ears.

What does Savlon Antiseptic Cream Contain?

Savlon contains cetostearyl alcohol and parahydroxybenzoates that may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) or allergic reactions (possibly delayed). Savlon also contains fragrances with limonene, linalool, benzyl benzoate and citral which may cause allergic reactions.

What is Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 

Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream has been mum’s simple, effective ally for over 85 years and is excellent for soothing sore skin and treating nappy rash and has been proven to reduce nappy rash rapidly. Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream is versatile enough to be used by the whole family for all of life’s little dramas and can help with so much more than just treating babies’ bottoms!

How to use Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 

Step 1: Ensuring your hands are clean and dry, place a small amount of Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream on the tip of your finger

Step 2: Gently massage the cream into the affected area using light, circular movements

Step 3: Try to create a thin, translucent film on the skin. If the white cream is still visible, then you may have used too much (this is ok, remember to use a little less next time)

What does Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream contain

The Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream formula has remained unchanged since 1931. A unique blend of ingredients gives Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream its soothing and healing properties. The key ingredients in Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream are:

• Zinc oxide, which helps to reduce the loss of fluid from the skin
• Anhydrous hypoallergenic lanolin, an emollient which soothes and softens skin
• Benzyl alcohol, which has local anaesthetic and antiseptic properties that help to reduce discomfort

What is Sudocrem My Little Sudocrem

My Little Sudocrem is the new addition to the “Sudocrem family”. The handy size pot makes it ideal for various uses and is easy to carry around wherever you go.

It helps to soothe dry patches & calm redness whilst keeping the skin supple. Its clinically-proven formulation soothes & protects delicate skin, forming a barrier which protects against irritants, allowing the skin to maintain its natural and healthy condition.

Anyone from parents can use the multi-purpose & highly portable 22g pot to teenagers, runners to cyclists, mountaineers to urban explorers and everyone in between.

How to use Sudocrem My Little Sudocrem

My Little Sudocrem’s gentle formula can be used as often as you need. Apply the cream on problematic skin areas & massage using small circular movements to create a thin, translucent, protective layer.

Wash and dry the skin before applying the cream directly to the affected areas with clean, dry hands for the best results.

What does Sudocrem My Little Sudocrem contain

Aqua, Paraffin Liquidium, Zinc Oxide, Paraffin, Lanolin (Hypoallergenic), Ozokerite, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Benzyl Benzoate, Synthetic Beeswax, Benzyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Benzyl Cinnamate, Parfum, Linayl Acetate, BHA, Citric Acid, BHT.

What is Sudocrem Skin Care Cream

Sudocrem Skin Care Cream helps treat various skin conditions, including nappy rash, sunburn and surface wounds. Suitable for adults and children from birth.

A white antiseptic healing cream suitable for Nappy Rash and some other skin conditions, such as flaky skin, irritated skin areas and dry skin. Sudocrem skin care cream is also ideal for applying to the skin after sun exposure.

How to use Sudocrem Skin Care Cream

Apply a thin layer to the affected area as often as needed.

What does Sudocrem Skin Care Cream contain

Purified Water, Zinc Oxide, Paraffin Wax, Lanolin (Hypo-Allergenic), Microcrystalline wax, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Benzyl Benzoate, Beeswax, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalyl Acetate, Propylene Glycol, Benzyl Cinnamate, Lavender Oil, Citric Acid, BHA, Liquid Paraffin.

What is Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 

Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream has been mum’s simple, effective ally for over 85 years and is excellent for soothing sore skin and treating nappy rash and has been proven to reduce nappy rash rapidly. Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream is versatile enough to be used by the whole family for all of life’s little dramas and can help with so much more than just treating babies’ bottoms!

How to use Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 

Step 1: Ensuring your hands are clean and dry, place a small amount of Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream on the tip of your finger

Step 2: Gently massage the cream into the affected area using light, circular movements

Step 3: Try to create a thin, translucent film on the skin. If the white cream is still visible, then you may have used too much (this is ok, remember to use a little less next time)

What does Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream contain

The Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream formula has remained unchanged since 1931. A unique blend of ingredients gives Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream its soothing and healing properties. The key ingredients in Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream are:

• Zinc oxide, which helps to reduce the loss of fluid from the skin
• Anhydrous hypoallergenic lanolin, an emollient which soothes and softens skin
• Benzyl alcohol, which has local anaesthetic and antiseptic properties that help to reduce discomfort

What is Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 

Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream has been mum’s simple, effective ally for over 85 years and is excellent for soothing sore skin and treating nappy rash and has been proven to reduce nappy rash rapidly. Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream is versatile enough to be used by the whole family for all of life’s little dramas and can help with so much more than just treating babies’ bottoms!

How to use Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 

Step 1: Ensuring your hands are clean and dry, place a small amount of Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream on the tip of your finger

Step 2: Gently massage the cream into the affected area using light, circular movements

Step 3: Try to create a thin, translucent film on the skin. If the white cream is still visible, then you may have used too much (this is ok, remember to use a little less next time)

What does Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream contain

The Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream formula has remained unchanged since 1931. A unique blend of ingredients gives Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream its soothing and healing properties. The key ingredients in Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream are:

• Zinc oxide, which helps to reduce the loss of fluid from the skin
• Anhydrous hypoallergenic lanolin, an emollient which soothes and softens skin
• Benzyl alcohol, which has local anaesthetic and antiseptic properties that help to reduce discomfort

What is Sudocrem Care & Protect Cream

Sudocrem Care & Protect helps to care for your baby’s delicate skin, protecting it against the causes of nappy rash. It’s gentle yet effective and can be used daily at every nappy change, even on newborn babies. The hypoallergenic triple-care ointment is so light that it glides on delicate skin without dragging or pulling. And because Sudocrem Care & Protect has been developed specifically for babies, all the ingredients are designed to do just one thing: protect against nappy rash.

Protective barrier

Sudocrem Care & Protect creates a protective barrier to help keep skin smooth and protect against rubbing and irritants. The triple-care ointment is gentle enough to be used at every nappy change.

Conditions skin

Sudocrem Care & Protect helps seal the natural moisture in the skin on your baby’s bottom, so it stays soft and supple. We’ve added Vitamin E and Pro-Vitamin B5 as they help keep skin healthy.

Guards against infection

Sudocrem Care & Protect creates a protective barrier between your baby’s skin and the potential irritants like wee and poo that can cause nappy rash.

How to use Sudocrem Care & Protect Cream

Step 1: Ensure your baby’s bottom is clean and dry

Step 2: With clean and dry hands, spread the cream evenly to form a thin protective layer across the entire nappy area

Step 3: Gently apply the cream using light, circular movements. Try to avoid rubbing the skin and ensure that cream gets into the creases of the skin.

Step 4: For best results, use Sudocrem Care & Protect at every nappy change to give your baby’s skin the best protection against the discomfort of nappy rash. If your baby develops a nappy rash, apply Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream to the affected area to treat it. Repeat these steps until the rash has cleared. Then use Sudocrem Care & Protect at every change to help prevent nappy rash.

What does Sudocrem Care & Protect Cream contain

Aqua, Paraffinum Liquidum, Lanolin, Dimethicone, Panthenol, Petrolatum, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cera Alba, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydroxystearic Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides, Ozokerite, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Pantolactone, Parfum, Ascorbic Acid, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract.

What is Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 

Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream has been mum’s simple, effective ally for over 85 years and is excellent for soothing sore skin and treating nappy rash and has been proven to reduce nappy rash rapidly. Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream is versatile enough to be used by the whole family for all of life’s little dramas and can help with so much more than just treating babies’ bottoms!

How to use Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream 

Step 1: Ensuring your hands are clean and dry, place a small amount of Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream on the tip of your finger

Step 2: Gently massage the cream into the affected area using light, circular movements

Step 3: Try to create a thin, translucent film on the skin. If the white cream is still visible, then you may have used too much (this is ok, remember to use a little less next time)

What does Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream contain

The Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream formula has remained unchanged since 1931. A unique blend of ingredients gives Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream its soothing and healing properties. The key ingredients in Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream are:

• Zinc oxide, which helps to reduce the loss of fluid from the skin
• Anhydrous hypoallergenic lanolin, an emollient which soothes and softens skin
• Benzyl alcohol, which has local anaesthetic and antiseptic properties that help to reduce discomfort