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 Unpublished data.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

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. However, if the moisturiser is applied just before or after applying other medicated creams, ointments or lotions, the moisturiser could dilute the other medicated product. For this reason you should try to leave about 30 minutes between applying moisturisers and medicated skin products, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Other medicines containing the same active ingredient In conditions such as eczema, using a moisturiser regularly, even once the skin has improved, can help prevent flare-ups of this condition.However, if the moisturiser is applied just before or after applying other medicated creams, ointments or lotions, the moisturiser could dilute the other medicated product. For this reason you should try to leave about 30 minutes between applying moisturisers and medicated skin products, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine. Siaw-Sakyi, V. & Mohammed, L. (2012) “ Use of the Proshield system on damaged skin across an acute setting.” Guy’s & St. Thomas NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK. Poster presentation. 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.

White soft paraffin is also known as white petroleum jelly. When you apply it to the skin it leaves a layer of oil on the surface of the skin that prevents water evaporating from the skin surface. It is a very greasy moisturiser. It is also water repellent and helps protect the skin from irritants. 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.Replace the outer cap on the container, trying not to touch the applicator tip with anything, including the eye or your fingers.

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? 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. 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. 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. In conditions such as eczema, using a moisturiser regularly, even once the skin has improved, can help prevent flare-ups of this condition. Important information aboutyellow soft paraffin

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Dorko, E., Viragova, S., Pilipcinec, E. And Tkacikova, L. (2003) “ Candida- Agent of the Diaper Dermatitis?” Folia Microbiol, vol 48(3), pp. 385-388. Maxwell, J. & Sinclair, D. (2012) “ Treatment of moisture related lesions in children.” Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation trust, London, UK. Poster presentation- European Wound Management Association Conference 2012 AproDerm Gel is a highly moisturising gel, without the greasiness of an ointment, which actively draws and retains moisture within the skin and provides a protective barrier to help reduce dryness and irritation. It is also an effective pre-bathing emollient so can be applied to skin prior to bathing to prevent it from drying out even further, whilst protecting it from the irritant effects that can be caused by washing and bathing products such as soaps, shower gels and shampoos. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately. Pregnancy and breastfeeding 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.

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. You might be asking yourself, how does Veil Soft Paraffin compare to the leading brands? Well because we do not add any bleach to our product is it much better for the environment. Because the product does not contain bleach, our Soft Paraffin also has a slightly darker appearance. However, our product is still British Pharmacopoeia Grade meaning that it 100% safe to use on the skin. Not only is our Soft Paraffin environmentally friendly, but it is also an incredible multi-use product.

Skin irritation in people hypersensitive to any of the ingredients. Stop using the ointment if you find it irritates your skin.