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Hydromol Ointment can be used to provide moisture for any skin condition where dry skin is a factor. It can also be used under wet wraps or as a night treatment. Hydromol Ointment is free from fragrances, colours and preservatives and is gentle enough to use on the most sensitive of skin. If you're using Hydromol ointment to wash with, use it just as you would soap or shower gel. If you're using it as a bath additive, melt some of the ointment in some warm water in a small container and add this to the bath water. After washing, the skin should be patted rather than rubbed dry to avoid rubbing the oil off the skin. Please be aware that this product contains Liquid Paraffin which is highly flammable, keep away from open or gas fires or hobs and naked flames, including candles etc. and not to smoke when using these paraffin containing preparations. If you have eczema, using a moisturiser regularly, even once your skin has improved, can help prevent flare-ups and reduce the need for topical corticosteroids.
Bedding and clothing should be washed regularly (preferably daily) to minimise the build-up of impregnated paraffin although it may not be completely removed, unless it is washed at a high temperature as paraffin is invisible and can accumulate over time
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If you are using medicines which are also to be applied to the skin you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Hydromol Ointment as it might not be suitable to apply other topical preparations at the same time. https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/emollients-new-information-about-risk-of-severe-and-fatal-burns-with-paraffin-containing-and-paraffin-free-emollients
Hydromol is an emollient, which is a type of moisturizing skin product. Emollients are used to help soothe and hydrate dry, itchy, or scaly skin. They are not used to treat a specific medical condition, but rather to improve the overall health and appearance of the skin. Some people may use emollients to help relieve symptoms of conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or dermatitis, but it is important to speak with a healthcare provider to determine the appropriate treatment for these conditions. Are there any side effects of treating the skin with an emollient such as Hydromol Ointment? People who are allergic to any ingredients of the ointment. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using Hydromol ointment and inform your doctor or pharmacist . Hydromol ointment contains emulsifying wax, liquid paraffin and yellow soft paraffin. When you apply the ointment to the skin, or use it instead of soap, these oils stay on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface.Patient concordance and compliance with prescribed dermatology treatments is largely dependent on the cosmetic acceptability If you're using Hydromol ointment in the bath or shower take care to avoid slipping, especially when getting in or out, because the ointment is likely to make the bath/shower more slippery than usual. CookieYes sets this cookie to record the default button state of the corresponding category and the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. not recommended because it may cause stinging in a a high proportion of patients. Advise patients not to dip hands into tubs of Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist
All emollients, with the exceptions of Zerodouble ®gel and WSP/LP (50:50), may be used as soap substitutes.Aqueous cream is of the preparations concerned. The dermatology section of the formulary contains a full range of suitable products to meet the GREEN Epimax® ExCetra cream 100g, 500g [previously ExCetra® Cream] [equivalent to Cetraben ® cream] Hydromol Ointment does not contain steroids. It contains emollients which helps moisturise the skin, for example glycerin, urea, and lactic acid. Can Hydromol Ointment be used on the face? Hydromol Ointment is not associated with and known side effects, but do not use Hydromol Ointment if you are known to be sensitive to any of its ingredients.GREEN Aveeno®cream100ml, 500ml (consider trial with a colloidal oatmeal cream* before Aveeno cream) script>