INTRODUCTION

EMOLENE CREAM contains Propylene Glycol which belongs to the group of medicines called Humectants. It is used to treat mild to severely dry skin as seen in xerosis (abnormally dry skin), dry eczema (dry, itchy, inflamed skin), senile dry skin, ichthyosis (dry scaly, thickened skin), neurodermatitis (a skin condition with chronic itching and scaling) and pruritis (itchy skin).

Before using EMOLENE CREAM, inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing diseases or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The side effects of using EMOLENE CREAM are burning, stinging and redness of the skin. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.

USES OF EMOLENE CREAM

To treat mild to severely dry skin as seen in:

• xerosis
• dry eczema
• senile dry skin
• ichthyosis
• neurodermatitis
• pruritis

HOW EMOLENE CREAM WORKS

EMOLENE CREAM is a hydronourisher that works by restoring the natural moisture balance and helps to treat dry skin. Thus, making the skin soft and supple.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Apply EMOLENE CREAM as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply to the affected area after bathing or washing and rub in gently and thoroughly for full penetration.

SIDE EFFECTS OF EMOLENE CREAM

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Skin irritation:

Avoid hot baths because hot water can irritate your skin further. Do not scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going outside. Use unscented moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the affected area. Contact your doctor if the irritation persists.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug - Drug interactions:

Before applying EMOLENE CREAM, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• heparin (used to treat or prevent blood clots)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally used too much of EMOLENE CREAM or if you or a child accidentally swallow the medicine, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose especially in children and patients with renal failure include CNS depression. Other effects include liver or kidney impairment, intravascular haemolysis (destruction of red blood cells), fits, coma, arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) and cardiorespiratory arrest (cessation of heart and lung function).

Hyperosmolality (high concentration of salts and other substances in the blood) has occurred, particularly in small infants and in patients with kidney impairment and lactic acidosis (too much acid in the body).

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep EMOLENE CREAM out of reach of children
• Store EMOLENE CREAM below 25°C

FAQs ABOUT EMOLENE CREAM

How long can I use EMOLENE CREAM?

Apply EMOLENE CREAM as advised by your physician. Your doctor might advise you on how long you should continue to use EMOLENE CREAM. You will need to consult your doctor from time to time to review your treatment and assess your symptoms.

Is EMOLENE CREAM safe for the skin?

EMOLENE CREAM is a humectant, that works by restoring the natural moisture balance and helps to treat dry skin. It is well tolerated by the skin with side effects such as burning, stinging and redness of the skin. Contact your doctor before applying it.

What is EMOLENE CREAM used for?

EMOLENE CREAM is used to treat mild to severely dry skin as seen in xerosis (abnormally dry skin), dry eczema (dry, itchy, inflamed skin), senile dry skin, ichthyosis (dry scaly, thickened skin), neurodermatitis (a skin condition with chronic itching and scaling) and pruritis (itchy skin). Contact your doctor before applying it.

What does EMOLENE CREAM do to your skin?

EMOLENE CREAM is a hydronourisher. It secures the water and takes it to the outer layer of your skin (restoring the natural moisture balance) and helps to treat dry skin effectively. Thus, making the skin soft and supple.

How do you use EMOLENE CREAM?

Always apply EMOLENE CREAM as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply to the affected area after bathing or washing and rub in gently and thoroughly for full penetration.

Does EMOLENE CREAM irritates skin?

Yes, EMOLENE CREAM irritates the skin. Avoid hot baths because hot water can irritate your skin further. Do not scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going outside. Use unscented moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the affected area. Contact your doctor if irritation persists.

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