DERMOL is a brand name for Chlorhexidine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: An antimicrobial shower emollient for the management of dry and pruritic skin conditions, especially eczema and dermatitis. Dermol 200 Shower Emollient is for direct application onto the skin and is suitable for use as a soap substitute.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
For adults, children and the elderly. For application to the skin(eg after showering) Apply to the affected areas as required. Massage into the skin, until absorbed. For use as a soap substitute in the shower As required, use the shower emollient instead of ordinary shower gel or soap.
Pat dry.
Although the shower emollient has been specially formulated for use on dry or problem skin, in the unlikely event of a reaction, discontinue treatment. Local skin reactions These reactions are very rare (<1/10,000, based on spontaneous reporting) and may be irritant or allergic in nature.
Reactions have been observed occasionally when used excessively as a leave-on application in areas of folded skin such as the anogenital area. 4) is possible (based on literature for chlorhexidine-containing products). Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.
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Avoid contact with the eyes, especially when used on the face. Take care to avoid slipping in the shower or bath, when using as a soap substitute. g. contact dermatitis) to any of the ingredients are rare but possible in sensitive people.
There are literature reports of chlorhexidine compounds inducing hypersensitivity, including anaphylactic shock. The prevalence of this is not known, but is likely to be very rare. 8). g. contact dermatitis). Instruct patients not to smoke or go near naked flames - risk of severe burns.
Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.
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Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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