GERMOLENE ANTISEPTIC

All age groups:

Thoroughly clean the affected area of skin, apply the cream and rub gently. In the case of cuts or particularly tender areas, rubbing may be avoided by applying on a piece of white lint or gauze.

Skin disorders Frequency not known:

Allergic skin reactions such as dermatitis, pruritus, erythema, eczema, rash, urticaria, skin irritation, and blisters. 4).

Eye disorders Frequency not known:

Corneal erosion, epithelium defect/corneal injury, significant permanent visual impairment. 4). Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.

It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.

Consult your doctor if symptoms persist. Keep out of the reach of children For external use only Replace cap firmly after use Rare but serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis have been reported with use of chlorhexidine containing antiseptic products.

g. wheezing or difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, hives that can quickly progress to more serious symptoms, severe rash, or shock), use must be discontinued immediately and doctor should be consulted. Germolene Antiseptic Cream must not come into contact with the eye.

Serious cases of persistent corneal injury, potentially requiring corneal transplant, were reported following accidental ocular exposure to chlorhexidine containing medicinal products despite taking eye protective measures due to migration of solution beyond the intended surgical preparation area.

Extreme care must be taken during application to ensure that Germolene Antiseptic Cream does not migrate beyond its intended application site into the eyes. Particular care should be taken in anaesthetised patients, who are unable to immediately report ocular exposure.

An ophthalmologist’s advice should be sought. 8).

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