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Skin Allergy Relief 2% w/w Cream (Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride)
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to use it carefully to get the best results from it.
• Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again
• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
• You must contact a pharmacist or doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve
• If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride which belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines, which act to relieve the symptoms of allergies.
It can be used to relieve itching and discomfort of the skin associated with allergies, rashes, stings, insect bites and hives.
Before you use this medicine
This medicine can be used by adults and children of 6 years and over. However, some people should not use this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
XDo not use:
• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see “What’s in this medicine”)
• If you are using any other medicines containing diphenhydramine
• If you have eczema or other skin conditions
• On broken skin, or on large areas of the skin
• On eyes, nose and mouth areas
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor tells you to
Other important information
Information about some of the ingredients in this medicine: This medicine contains propyl hydroxybenzoate which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
/How to use this medicine
Check the tube seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not use the cream. Pierce tube seal with end of cap.
|
Age |
How much to use |
How often to use |
|
Adults and children of 6 years and over |
A small amount |
2 times a day, if you need to. Don’t use for more than 3 days. |
Apply to the skin only.
Do not use on children under 6 years.
Do not use more than the amount recommended above.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor, f If you use too much or if anyone swallows some of the medicine: Talk to a doctor. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some of these:
f If you get any of these serious side effects, stop using the cream. See a doctor at once:
• Allergic reaction (e.g. skin rash, worsening of the condition you are treating)
These other effects are less serious. If they bother you talk to a pharmacist:
• Sensitivity to light
• Rarely, eczema
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Do not store above 25°C.
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.
H0067-1F
What is in this medicine
This cream contains Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 2% w/w.
As well as the active ingredient, the cream also contains propyl hydroxybenzoate, liquid paraffin, emulsifying wax and purified water.
The pack contains 25 g of cream.
Who makes this medicine
Manufactured for The Boots Company PLC f Fleet Laboratories Ltd
94 Rickmansworth Road Watford Hertfordshire WD18 7JJ.
Norma Chemicals Ltd 51 -53 Stert Street Abingdon Oxfordshire 0X14 3JF 2013
If you would like any further information about this medicine, please contact The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA
Other formats
To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call, free of charge:
0800 198 5000 (UK only)
Please be ready to give the following information: Product name: Boots Skin Allergy Relief 2% w/w Cream
Reference number: PL 00386/5000R
Skin Allergy Relief 2% w/w Cream (Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride)
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to use it carefully to get the best results from it.
• Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again
• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
• You must contact a pharmacist or doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve
• If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride which belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines, which act to relieve the symptoms of allergies.
It can be used to relieve itching and discomfort of the skin associated with allergies, rashes, stings, insect bites and hives.
Before you use this medicine
This medicine can be used by adults and children of 6 years and over. However, some people should not use this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
XDo not use:
• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see “What’s in this medicine”)
• If you are using any other medicines containing diphenhydramine
• If you have eczema or other skin conditions
• On broken skin, or on large areas of the skin
• On eyes, nose and mouth areas
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor tells you to
Other important information
Information about some of the ingredients in this medicine: This medicine contains propyl hydroxybenzoate which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Apply to the skin only.
Do not use on children under 6 years.
Do not use more than the amount recommended above.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor, f If you use too much or if anyone swallows some of the medicine: Talk to a doctor. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some of these:
f If you get any of these serious side effects, stop using the cream. See a doctor at once:
• Allergic reaction (e.g. skin rash, worsening of the condition you are treating)
These other effects are less serious. If they bother you talk to a pharmacist:
• Sensitivity to light
• Rarely, eczema
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Do not store above 25°C.
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.
H0067-1
/How to use this medicine
Check the tube seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not use the cream. Pierce tube seal with end of cap.
|
Age |
How much to use |
How often to use |
|
Adults and children of 6 years and over |
A small amount |
2 times a day, if you need to. Don’t use for more than 3 days. |
What is in this medicine
This cream contains Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 2% w/w.
As well as the active ingredient, the cream also contains propyl hydroxybenzoate, liquid paraffin, emulsifying wax and purified water.
The pack contains 25 g of cream.
Who makes this medicine
Manufactured for The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA by Pharmasol Ltd North Way Walworth Industrial Estate Andover Hants SP10 5AZ. Marketing Authorisation held by Norma Chemicals Ltd 51 -53 Stert Street Abingdon Oxfordshire 0X14 3JF Leaflet prepared November 2012 If you would like any further information about this medicine, please contact The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA
Other formats
To request a copy of this leaflet in Braille, large print or audio please call, free of charge:
0800 198 5000 (UK only)
Please be ready to give the following information: Product name: Boots Skin Allergy Relief 2% w/w Cream
Reference number: PL 00386/5000R
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