If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this ointment and get advice from your pharmacist. Can I use white soft paraffin while pregnant or breastfeeding? AproDerm Emollient Cream is slightly richer than AproDerm Colloidal Oat Cream, however, is still light and easily absorbed, whilst being cooling and moisturising. It can also be used as an effective soap substitute, to prevent the skin from drying out further. Adam, R., Schnetz, B., Mathey, P., Pericoi, M. & de Prost, Y. (2009) “ Clinical demonstration of skin mildness and suitability for sensitive infant skin of a new baby wipe.” Pediatric Dermatology, vol. 26(5), pp. 506-513.

Yellow soft paraffin as a single ingredient is only available generically (ie without a brand name). Further reading

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Ehretsmann, C., Schaefer, P. And Adam, R. (2001) “ Cutaneous tolerance of baby wipes by infants with atopic dermatitis, and comparison of the mildness of baby wipe and water in infant skin.” Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, vol. 15, pp. 16-21.

Nield, L.S. & Kamat, D. (2007) “ Prevention, diagnosis and management of diaper dermatitis.” Clinical Pediatrics, vol. 46(6), pp. 480-486. By smoothing and softening the skin moisturisers can increase the absorption of other medicines that are applied to the skin. This is useful in conditions such as eczema because it improves the ability of other medicines, such as corticosteroid creams, to penetrate the skin and reduce inflammation. Nield, L. and Kamat, D. (2017) Diaper rash - Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment | BMJ Best Practice [Online]. Blume-Peytavi, U., Cork, M., Faergermann, J., Szczapa, J., Vanaclocha, F. & Gelmetti, C. (2009) “ Bathing and cleansing in newborns from day 1 to first year of life: recommendations from a European round table meeting.” Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, vol. 23, pp. 751-759.Moisturisers are helpful for all dry skin conditions, particularly eczema and dermatitis, which get worse when the skin is allowed to dry out. Used regularly they help restore the skin's smoothness, softness and flexibility by helping the skin retain moisture. They should be applied frequently, particularly before or after washing, to prevent the skin drying out. The occurrence and severity can be influenced by; age of the infant, volume, consistency and frequency of stooling, diet, medication, underlying disease, existing skin conditions, poor hygiene etc (Longhi et al 1992, Dorko et al 2003, Coughlin et al 1, 2014). Gupta, A.K. & Skinner, A.R. (2004) “ Management of diaper dermatitis.” International Journal of Dermatology, vol. 43, pp. 830-834.

Hoegar, P.H., Stark, S. & Jost, G. (2010) “ Efficiacy and safety of two different antifungal pastes in infants with diaper dermatitis: a randomized, controlled study.” Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, vol. 24, pp. 1094-1098. Coughlin, C., Eichenfield, L. and Frieden, I. (2014) Diaper Dermatitis: Clinical Characteristics and Differential Diagnosis. Pediatric Dermatology. [Online] Vol.31, pp.19-24. The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the medicine's manufacturer.For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist. How canyellow soft paraffin affect other medicines? Bennet, Y. & Rodgers, A. (2009) A 3 year retrospective audit of nappy rash in all infant stoma reversal patients who had a stoma for >6months in Yorkhill Hospital. Unpublished data. Yellow soft paraffin is also known as yellow petroleum jelly. This is not an active ingredient as such, but works as a moisturiser by providing a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface. It is a very greasy moisturiser.

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Hold the tube between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand, turn the tube upside down near to the eye, try not to touch the eye with the nozzle. Apply enough pressure to the tube to release a thin line of ointment, or as directed by your doctor. Ratliff, C. & Dixon, M. (2007) “ Treatment of incontinence-associated dermatitis (diaper rash) in a neonatal unit.” Journal of Wound Care & Ostomy Nursing, vol. 34(2), pp. 158-16 2. Lavender, T., Furber, C., Campbell, M., Victor, S., Roberts, I., Bedwell, C. & Cork, M.J. (2012) “ Effect on skin hydration of using baby wipes to clean the napkin area of newborn babies: assessor-blinded randomised controlled equivalence BMC Pediatrics, 2012. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately. Pregnancy and breastfeeding

There are no known harmful effects when this medicine is used by pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. AproDerm Colloidal Oat Cream, a light, paraffin-free emollient which has all the benefits of colloidal oat including protecting and restoring the skin barrier, soothing the itch, irritation and redness associated with dry skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, as well as having humectant properties and maintaining the skin’s normal pH. As well as being a moisturiser it can also be used as an effective soap substitute, to prevent the skin from drying out further. Rowe, J., McCall, E. & Kent, B. (2008) “ Clinical effectiveness of barrier preparations in the prevention and treatment of nappy dermatitis in infants and preschool children of nappy age.” International Journal of Evidence Based Healthcare, vol. 6, pp. 3-23. In conditions such as eczema, using a moisturiser regularly, even once the skin has improved, can help prevent flare-ups of this condition. Atherton, D.J. (2001) “ The aetiology and management of irritant diaper dermatitis.” Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, vol. 15, supplement 1, pp. 1-4.

Yellow Soft Paraffin

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Just because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect. Skin irritation in people hypersensitive to any of the ingredients. Stop using the ointment if you find it irritates your skin. Coughlin, C., Frieden, I. and Eichenfield, L. (2014) Clinical Approaches to Skin Cleansing of the Diaper Area: Practice and Challenges. Pediatric Dermatology. [Online] Vol.31, pp.1-4. Item: 364220999809 Pure Touch, Yellow Soft Paraffin BP, Soothes and softens skin, (15g). Creightons Pure Touch, Yellow Soft Paraffin BP, Soothes and softens skin, (1 x 15g). Soothes and softens skin and is not readily absorbed, providing a barrier to the skin. Creightons Pure Touch, Yellow Soft Paraffin BP, Soothes and softens skin, (1 x 15g) Soothes and softens skin and is not readily absorbed, providing a barrier to the skin. Features: Also known as yellow petroleum jelly. Used as an emollient for dry skin - Perfect for chapped lips or skin. Helps to prevent nappy rash and softens dry skin. Providing a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface. Sarkar, R., Basu, S., Agrawal, R.K. and Gupta, P. (2010) “ Skin care for the newborn.” Indian Pediatrics, vol. 47, pp. 593- 598.