Zerocream
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ZEROCREAM
PL 18962/0006
50g & 100g BACK TEXT PANEL
Read all the carton before use.
What the medicine is for
Zerocream is a smooth white opaque cream which softens and moisturises the skin. It relieves the symptoms of flaking, dry or chapped skin. It can also be used for ichthyosis (an inherited scaly skin condition), traumatic dermatitis (inflamed skin caused by outside agents), sunburn, the dry stage of eczema and certain dry cases of psoriasis (a chronic skin disorder).
Before you use this medicine
• Do not take the medicine if you or your child have....
• An allergy to any of the ingredients listed.
! Pregnant or breastfeeding
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is unlikely to have any ill effects when used as directed. If unsure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
! Important Ingredient Information
This medicine contains cetyl alcohol, lanolin and hydroxybenzoates which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) or allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
ZHow to use the medicine
• If the cream comes into contact with dressings or clothing, the fabric can be more easily ignited with a naked flame. Keep away from fire when using the product.
Apply the cream to the skin.
Adults, the elderly and children: Apply to the affected areas of skin two or three times a day. Rub well into the skin.
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY
! If you accidentally swallow some see a doctor straight away. Take the pack with you to show which medicine you have swallowed.
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Possible side effects
Rarely, mild skin reactions (e.g. an allergic rash) can occur. If you notice any side effects, stop use and tell your doctor or pharmacist. They will tell you what to do.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Storing the medicine
Do not store above 25°C.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Use by the date shown on the side of the carton.
Active ingredients: liquid paraffin 12.6% w/w, white soft paraffin 14.5% w/w.
Also contains: lanolin anhydrous, glyceryl monostearate, cetyl alcohol, sodium cetostearyl sulphate, citric acid monohydrate, carbomer, sodium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, methyl hydroxybenzoate (E218), ethyl hydroxybenzoate (E214), propyl hydroxybenzoate, butyl and isobutyl hydroxybenzoate and purified water.
Manufactured by Thornton & Ross Ltd., Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK. Licence Holder: Zeroderma Ltd., Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK.
PL 18962/0006
Text revised in November 2014 FRONT & SIDE DESIGN PANELS
Zeroderma
Zerocream®
Cream
LIQUID PARAFFIN SOFT WHITE PARAFFIN
50g, 100g e
END FLAP
Zerocream®
Cream
50g, 100g e
500ml
Zerocream®
• Zerocream® is an emollient used to treat the symptoms of flaking, dry or chapped skin; ichthyosis (an inherited scaly skin condition); traumatic dermatitis (inflamed skin caused by outside agents); sunburn; the dry stage of eczema and certain dry cases of psoriasis (a chronic skin disorder).
• If you find you are sensitive to the cream stop use and consult a pharmacist or doctor if you have cause for concern.
• Caution: Parahydroxybenzoates may cause an allergic reaction (possibly delayed).
Lanolin and cetyl alcohol may cause local skin reactions (eg. contact dermatitis).
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
• Application: Adults, children, and elderly.
Apply the cream to the dry skin areas two or three times daily, and rub well into the skin.
PERFUME FREE Zeroderma
Zerocream®
Cream
LIQUID PARAFFIN 12.6% w/w SOFT WHITE PARAFFIN 14.5% w/w 500g
Zerocream®
Active Ingredients: Liquid Paraffin 12.6% w/w, Soft White Paraffin 14.5% w/w.
Also contains: Lanolin Anhydrous, Glyceryl Monostearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Cetostearyl Sulphate, Citric Acid (Monohydrate), Carbomer (Carbopol 974P), Purified Water, Sodium Hydroxide (10% w/v Solution); 2-Phenoxyethanol containing NIPA Esters (Phenonip); Phenonip is comprised of: Methyl Hydroxybenzoate (E218), Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate (E214), Propyl Hydroxybenzoate (E216), Butyl and Isobutyl Hydroxybenzoate.
Product Licence Holder: Zeroderma Ltd., Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK.
Manufacturer: Thornton & Ross Ltd., Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK.
If this product comes into contact with dressings and clothing the fabric can be more easily ignited with a naked flame. You should keep away from fire when using this product.
Do not use after the expiry date below.
Do not store this cream above 25°C.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
For external use only
This label was last revised in November 2014 PL 18962/0006
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