Generic
Light Liquid Paraffin + White Soft Paraffin
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At a glance
Light Liquid Paraffin + White Soft Paraffin is an emollient cream used for dry and eczema-prone skin, atopic and contact dermatitis, senile pruritis, and ichthyosis.
Description
Light Liquid Paraffin and White Soft Paraffin create a protective layer that reduces transepidermal water loss, aiding in maintaining appropriate skin moisture levels. Polyvinyl pyrrolidone enhances the durability of the protective film formed by the oil on the skin.
Indications
- Dry and eczema-prone skin
- Atopic dermatitis
- Contact dermatitis
- Senile pruritis
- Ichthyosis
Therapeutic class
Emollients & Combined Preparations
Pharmacological class
Emollient
Pharmacology
Light Liquid Paraffin and White Soft Paraffin form a protective layer to reduce transepidermal water loss, helping maintain skin moisture. Polyvinyl pyrrolidone enhances the durability of the protective film.
Mechanism of action
Softens and hydrates the skin and prevents moisture loss.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Topical):
- Use as needed, particularly after washing
- Apply with clean hands to affected areas and massage thoroughly
- For external use only
Administration
- For external use only
- Apply with clean hands to affected areas and massage thoroughly
- Use as needed, particularly after washing
Missed dose
Not generally applicable (use as needed); consult doctor if needed.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- No remarkable adverse effects have been reported
Precautions & warnings
- Avoid contact with eyes
- Discontinue use if skin irritation occurs
- Safe for infants, children, and elderly
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients
Drug interactions
No studies on drug interactions have been performed; due to low systemic absorption, likelihood of interactions is minimal.
Food interactions
No food interactions applicable (topical use).
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Limited data on topical cream use; minimal systemic exposure makes effects during pregnancy unlikely.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Excretion in human milk not established; minimal systemic exposure makes risk to infant low. Ensure complete removal of residual product before breastfeeding.
Pediatric use
Safe for infants and children.
Geriatric use
Safe for elderly.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No specific precautions for renal or hepatic impairment (topical use).
Overdose effects
Overdose not applicable (topical use).
Storage conditions
Store below 25°C, avoiding freezing; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Light Liquid Paraffin + White Soft Paraffin