Oilatum Shower Gel

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Shower Gel is a non foaming moisturising and cleansing gel that will gently soothe your skin and is used to treat conditions such as: dry skin, eczema. The gel works by soothing, moisturising and conditioning your skin. This leads on to reducing rough and scaly skin making it soft and supple, reducing itching and irritation, it is suitable for adults and children a like. There are many types and brands of emollients ranging from runny lotions to thick ointments, this section looks at Oilatum Shower Gel only.

• The shower gel contains:
  Paraffinum liquidum, polyethylene, octyldodecanol, PPG-2 myristyl ether propionate, PEG-8 dilaurate, phenyl trimethicone, PEG-40 sorbitan peroleate.

Directions: Oilatum Shower Gel should be used on wet skin. whilst your skin is still wet rub a small amount of gel between your hands. Gently massage it into the affected area of skin. If you are applying the gel onto someone else your hands and the area to be treated should be wet before applying the gel. Rinse the area massaged and your hands in warm water, Pat your skin dry with a soft towel. Do not rub dry.

Oilatum Shower Gel is for external use only. Avoid getting shower gel in your eyes, on the lips or mouth. Take care as the gel may make your shower base slippery.

Detailed Information

Quick Guide

• Oilatum skin products danger of overdose – NOTHING NOTEWORTHY.
• Dependency is said to be – NOTHING NOTEWORTHY.
• Prescription only medication – NO.
• If obtainable on prescription – YES.
• Alcohol Avoidance – NOTHING NOTEWORTHY.

Side Effects

You may if on this medication suffer one or more of these side effects, in the initial stages. However, you may find you do not suffer any at all, as it does not follow that being on this medication will cause unwanted side effects.

Common: No side effects ever reported with this medication.
Rare: No side effects ever reported with this medication.

The side effects listed here are the most common and rare problems reported by patients using this medication It does not include all of the side effects reported by the drug’s manufacturer. If common side effects persist you need to inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you suffer any of the rare or some other side effects not listed here. For total peace of mind, seek information from your doctor or chemist.

Prolonged Use

There are no known problems. In conditions such as eczema, using moisturisers and moisturising bath oils or shower gels regularly, even once the skin has improved, can help prevent a recurrence of the condition.(example eczema) from flaring up.

Driving, Hazardous Work & Alcohol

There are no reported problems with these activities.

Pregnancy and Breast-Feeding

There are no known harmful effects when this medicine is used by pregnant or breastfeeding mothers.

Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist

You should tell your doctor if you have a current health problem. For example: heart disease, kidney problems, if you are pregnant or you intend to become pregnant, or if you think you may be at risk from drug treatment for any other reason. Some types of medication can cause serious adverse effects when taken side by side so it is important to tell your doctor of any other medication you are already taking. This should also include any over-the-counter medication. For example: Painkillers, cold remedies, herbal and complimentary / alternative medication.

Over 60’s & Children

Nothing of any importance for both the elderly or children.

Overdose

Not applicable since this is an external preparation. Oilatum (Moisturisers) creams, gel, lotions, spray, bath additive, can be used often and on a regular basis to keep the skin from drying.

Other Medication Reactions

There are no interactions with this preparation.

Missed A Dose

Not applicable.

Reducing or Stopping Medication

Not applicable.

Effect Of Medication (from one dose)

Effects of treatment immediate.

Storage and Safety

• Keep medicine in its original container, in a cool dry place, away from the reach and eye sight of children.
• Do not store medication above a temperature of 25°C.
• Never take more than the original dosage prescribed by your doctor.
• Never take medication that has past the expiry date shown on the box or container.
• Do not discard old or unwanted medication / drugs into your trash, sink or toilet.
• Return all un-used or old medicines / drugs to your pharmacist.

Do not leave your doctors surgery until you have a clear understanding of what the drug your doctor has prescribed for you does, and why you have been prescribed it. It is common for people who do not understand the reason behind there treatment to take their medication correctly.