Liquid Paraffin
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Liquid Paraffin is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of dry skin. It relieves dry skin conditions such as eczema, ichthyosis, and pruritus of the elderly. It works by preventing water loss from the outer layer of skin. This relieves dryness and leaves the skin soft and hydrated.
Liquid Paraffin is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Liquid Paraffin is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Uses of Liquid Paraffin Liquid
Benefits of Liquid Paraffin Liquid
In Dry Skin
Liquid Paraffin is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations. It helps soften and moisturize the skin and decrease itching and flaking. It also helps the dead skin cells fall off, helps the skin retain moisture, and leaves the skin feeling smoother and softer.
Side effects of Liquid Paraffin Liquid
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Liquid Paraffin
- No common side effects seen
How to use Liquid Paraffin Liquid
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Liquid Paraffin Liquid works
Liquid Paraffin is an emollient (substance that softens or soothes the skin). It works by moisturizing dry skin, thereby relieving dryness and itching.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Liquid Paraffin is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Liquid Paraffin during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Liquid Paraffin Liquid?
If you miss a dose of Liquid Paraffin, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Mineral Oil
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Surfactant laxatives/Stool softeners
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- Emoderm cream (Benzoic Acid). Mumbai, India: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2018. [Accessed 21 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details
Name: Sipali Chemicals
Address: 47CJ+XX8, Elaya St, Korukkupet, Tondiarpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600021
Country of origin: India
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