PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET
Boots Aqueous Cream B.P.
(Liquid Paraffin, White Soft Paraffin)
A dermatological cream for the symptomatic relief of dry skin.
This non-perfumed emollient cream helps to soothe, soften and moisturise dry skin conditions.
Lanolin free
e 500 g
Read all of this label for full instructions.
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Uses:
For the relief of the symptoms of dry skin conditions.
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Before you use this medicine
X Do not use:
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If you are allergic to any of the ingredients
You can use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Cetostearyl alcohol and chlorocresol may cause allergic or skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
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How to use this medicine
Check the tub seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not use the cream.
Adults and children:
Apply to the skin when you need to.
This cream may also be used instead of soap to wash the skin.
For use on the skin only.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor.
If anyone accidentally swallows some of the cream: Talk to a pharmacist or doctor.
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Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some of these:
- Occasional allergic reactions (e.g. skin rash, red or itchy skin)
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
Store in a cool place.
Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
Use by the date on the base of the tub.
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Active ingredients
This cream contains Liquid Paraffin 6% w/w, White Soft Paraffin 15% w/w.
Also contains: purified water, emulsifying wax (containing cetostearyl alcohol, sodium laurilsulfate), chlorocresol 0.1% w/w.
PL 00014/5202
Text prepared 2/07
Manufactured by the Marketing Authorisation holder
The Boots Company PLC
Nottingham
NG2 3AA
If you need more advice ask your pharmacist.
BTC 14537D 23/08/07
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