{"product_id":"oilatum-cream-emollient-for-eczema-and-dry-skin-150g","title":"Oilatum Cream Emollient for Eczema and Dry Skin - 150g","description":"\u003cp class=\"lede\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOilatum Cream is a fragrance-free emollient cream with light liquid paraffin and white soft paraffin for eczema and related dry skin conditions, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150g tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive ingredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight liquid paraffin 6.0% w\/w, white soft paraffin 15.0% w\/w\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLegal category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGSL medicine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdults and children\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFragrance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFragrance free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults and children with eczema and related dry skin conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople with contact dermatitis, atopic eczema, itchy skin in older age (senile pruritus) or ichthyosis, as listed in the product licence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople allergic to lanolin who need an emollient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not suitable for anyone who is allergic or sensitive to light liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin or any of the other ingredients, including cetostearyl alcohol, potassium sorbate and benzyl alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply to the affected area and rub in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as often as required, or as directed by your pharmacist or doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt works especially well applied straight after washing, to counteract the loss of oils from the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are breastfeeding and use it on the breast, wash off all traces before feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan children use Oilatum Cream?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The pack states it is suitable for adults and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often can I apply it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs often as required, or as your pharmacist or doctor advises. It is especially effective straight after washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it during pregnancy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are no data in pregnant women, but no effects are expected because very little is absorbed. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable if I am allergic to lanolin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The pack states it is suitable for people allergic to lanolin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is there a fire warning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFabric that has been in contact with paraffin emollients, such as clothing, bedding and dressings, burns more easily. Do not smoke or go near naked flames.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSafety and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFire hazard: do not smoke or go near naked flames. Clothing, bedding and dressings with this product dried on them can catch fire easily; washing may reduce build-up but not totally remove it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCetostearyl alcohol, potassium sorbate and benzyl alcohol may cause local skin reactions or irritation (e.g. contact dermatitis).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use on the skin only. Do not use after the expiry date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore below 25°C. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMHRA Yellow Card scheme\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can children use Oilatum Cream?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. The pack states it is suitable for adults and children.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How often can I apply it?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"As often as required, or as your pharmacist or doctor advises. It is especially effective straight after washing.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use it during pregnancy?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"There are no data in pregnant women, but no effects are expected because very little is absorbed. 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