Dosage of Sudocrem Skin Care Cream 250g

Sudocrem Skin Care Cream 250g is an Over-the-Counter (OTC) product.

Apply a thin layer as required.

The same application method and frequency apply to adults, children, and the elderly.

Proper Administration

• Route: Cutaneous (Topical) use.
• How to Apply: Ensure the affected area is clean and dry. Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area. Gently massage the cream into the skin until it disappears, leaving a translucent film. If the area remains white, you have applied too much.
• Frequency: Renew application as required, typically 2 to 3 times a day, or at every nappy change for babies.

Missed Dose Guidance

• As this is a topical product used as needed, there is no missed dose guidance. Simply renew application when required to maintain the protective barrier.

Contraindications of Sudocrem Skin Care Cream 250g

Do NOT use Sudocrem Skin Care Cream 250g if you have a known hypersensitivity or allergy to Zinc Oxide, Lanolin, Benzyl Alcohol, or any other ingredient listed in the cream.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Warnings

• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: There are no known contraindications for using Sudocrem Skin Care Cream 250g during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as it is a topical cream with minimal systemic absorption. Consult a healthcare professional if you have any concerns.

Side Effects of Sudocrem Skin Care Cream 250g

Side effects are rare due to the gentle nature of the cream.

• Common Side Effects (Mild and Expected): None reported for normal use.
• Serious but Rare Side Effects (that may require medical attention): Local hypersensitivity reactions, such as an increase in irritation, rash, itching, or burning at the site of application.

What to do if side effects occur:

• If you notice a local hypersensitivity reaction (e.g., irritation worsens, persistent redness, itching), stop using the cream immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions and Warnings of Sudocrem Skin Care Cream 250g

• External Use Only: Sudocrem Skin Care Cream 250g is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes.
• Allergy Check: If you have highly sensitive skin, perform a patch test on a small area before extensive application.
• Fire Hazard Warning: Fabric (clothing, bedding, etc.) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily. Do not smoke or go near naked flames.
• Swallowing: If swallowed accidentally, seek immediate medical advice, as large amounts may cause vomiting or CNS stimulation.
• Newborns: The excipient Sodium Benzoate may cause local irritation and may increase jaundice in newborn babies (up to 4 weeks old).

The active ingredients in this cream are Zinc Oxide, Anhydrous Hypoallergenic Lanolin, and Benzyl Alcohol, along with Benzyl Benzoate and Benzyl Cinnamate. The cream is a white, emulsified water-in-oil cream supplied in a 250g pot. It is an Over-the-Counter (OTC) product.