White Soft Paraffin + Light Liquid Paraffin + Lanolin Anhydrous topical
Indications
White Soft Paraffin + Light Liquid Paraffin + Lanolin Anhydrous topical is used for:
Dry itchy, flaking, chapped, rough, and calloused skin, as well as treats sunburn and detergent hands.
Dry skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, ichthyosis and dry cases of psoriasis.
Adult Dose
Topical
For general use as an emollient/moisturizer in the symptomatic relief of dry skin conditions.
Apply to the affected part two or three times daily.
Child Dose
Topical
For general use as an emollient/moisturizer in the symptomatic relief of dry skin conditions.
Children and infants over the age of 1 month
Apply to the affected part two or three times daily.
Renal Dose
Administration
For external use only. Emollients should be applied immediately after washing or bathing to maximize the effect of skin hydration.
Contra Indications
Precautions
For external use only
Avoid contact with eyes.
Discontinue use if skin irritation occurs.
If rash develops, use of the product should be discontinued.
Do not smoke or go near naked flames- risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc.) that has been in contact with NuvaCare burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard.
The product should not be applied to the mucous membranes or to the broken skin.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy: Safe in pregnancy. No effects during pregnancy are anticipated since systemic exposure to white soft paraffin, liquid paraffin and lanolin anhydrous is negligible. As with all medicines, this product should be used with caution during pregnancy.
Breast-feeding: It is unknown whether soft paraffin, light liquid paraffin and lanolin anhydrous metabolites are excreted in human milk. A risk to the newborns/infants cannot be excluded. Application of the product to the breast is not recommended during breastfeeding.
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of White Soft Paraffin + Light Liquid Paraffin + Lanolin Anhydrous topical :
Transient burning or irritation. Occasionally, allergic reactions or worsening of acne may occur. Occasionally, hypersensitivity reactions, otherwise adverse effects are unlikely. If this occurs, the use of the product should be discontinued.
Mechanism of Action
When used topically: softens and hydrates skin.