Hydromol Ointment, 500 g For the Management of Dermatitis, Eczema, Psoriasis and other Dry Skin Conditions

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Bath additive – Melt Hydromol Ointment in warm water in a suitable container, add mixture to the bath. Care should be taken as Hydromol Ointment will make the surface of the bath slippery. Formulated with key ingredients for skin health, Hydromol Ointment is a soft ointment which moisturises the skin. A 3 in 1 all-purpose emollient, bath additive and soap substitute, it contains no fragrances, colourings, additives or preservatives and is suitable for all ages. Patient concordance and compliance with prescribed dermatology treatments is largely dependent on the cosmetic acceptability Gel preparations have consistency between an oil and a cream. As they have high oil content in them, they are also good for hairy areas.

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Topical calcineurin inhibitors can give a sense of warmth, heat or burning for the first three days. This is considered quite normal and the skin typically adjusts. It is like the product is drawing the inflammation from the skin.

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The No.1 emollient ointment recommended by doctors* that is suitable for all ages, Hydromol Ointment is a highly occlusive emollient that provides a protective barrier over the skin to seal in moisture and prevent loss of hydration. If the ointments are not water soluble, they may leave grease marks on your furniture or clothes. They are most useful on very dry areas of your skin and not practical if your eczema is weeping or wet. Ointments don’t contain any preservatives.

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They may be used alongside other treatments on the advice of your healthcare professional, and always in addition to emollients. By smoothing and softening the skin, moisturisers like Hydromol can improve the absorption of other medicines that are applied to the skin. This is useful in conditions like eczema, because it improves the ability of other medicines, such as corticosteroid creams, to penetrate the skin and reduce inflammation. BNF, Emollients. https://bnf.nice.org.uk/drugs/emollient-creamsand- ointments-paraffin-containing/medicinal-forms/#cream. Accessed April 2023. When using topical steroids on a child or an elderly person’s skin, mild to moderate potency topical steroids are recommended.Phototherapy is also called light therapy and is prescribed to help relieve the itch and the inflammation (redness) of eczema. not recommended because it may cause stinging in a a high proportion of patients. Advise patients not to dip hands into tubs of 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.

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These medications need to be considered carefully and patients will often require additional monitoring. Topical treatments especially medical moisturisers (emollients) are the mainstay treatments for eczema. Moisturisers are the main treatment for eczema. They maintain your skin integrity which may assist in keeping your eczema flares under control. In eczema, the skin barrier is broken. The skin is the largest organ in the body and is the major barrier between the inside and outside of your body. In adults, it can weigh about 5 kilograms and measure about 22 square feet.

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It is advisable to get SLS free moisturiser. Many companies have withdrawn this from their products. If you prefer the cream/ointment warmer or cooler, you can either warm it in your hands or store in a cool place prior to application (however it should not be heated or chilled).

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In eczema, oral steroids can be prescribed to offer symptomatic relief to patients with a severe flare-up of their eczema or those waiting for a referral to a dermatologist. These preparations have been around for a long time. They are applied directly onto the skin to help reduce inflammation and irritation. They are the first-line treatments for eczema flare ups. Like moisturisers, they come in different forms (ointments, creams, gels, mousses, tapes and bandages) and four different strengths (mild, moderate, potent and very potent).Fragrances are a major cause of skin sensitization, and as a general principle, products containing fragrance should not be