(TOP i kal ee MOL i ents) Brand: Aloe Vesta Cream, AlphaSoft, AmeriPhor, Aqua Glycolic, Aqua Lube, Aquaphor, Aveeno, Child Lotion, Child Oil, Bag Balm, Baza-Pro, Beta Care, Blistex Lip Balm, Carmex, CarraKlenz, CeraVe, CeraVe AM, Cetaphil Lotion, Chap Stick, Citraderm, CoolBottoms, Cereal Huskers Lotion, Curel Moisture Lotion, Derma Soothe, Dr Scholl's Essentials Cracked Skin Repair, Eucerin, Herpecin-L, K-Y Jelly, Keri Lotion, Lamisilk Heel Balm, Lubri-Soft, Lubriderm, Mederma, Moisturel, Natural Ice, NeutrapHor, NeutrapHorus Rex, Neutrogena Cleansing, Neutrogena Lotion, Nivea, Nutraderm, Pacquin, Phisoderm, Pretty Foots & Hands, Proshield Skincare Kit, Remedy 4-in-1 Cleansing Lotion, Replens, Secura, Sensi-Care, Soft Sense, St. Ives, Theraplex Lotion, Vaseline Intensive Care
• You must not use a topical emollient if you are allergic to it. Topical emollients will not treat or prevent a skin infection.
• Ask a doctor or pharmacist till using this medicine if you have deep wounds or open sores, swelling, warmth, redness, oozing, bleeding, big areas of skin irritation, or any type of allergy.
• Emollients are substances that moisten and soften your skin.
• Topical (for the skin) emollients are used to treat or prevent dry skin. Topical emollients are sometimes contained in commodity that also treat acne, chapped lips, diaper rash, cool sores, or another minor skin irritation.
• There are much brands and forms of topical emollients accessible and not all are listed on this leaflet.
• Topical emollients may also be used for purposes not listed in this medicine guide.
• You must not use a topical emollient if you are allergic to it. Topical emollients will not treat or prevent a skin infection.
• Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safety for you to use this medication if you have:
· deep wounds or open sores;
· swelling, warmth, redness, oozing, or bleeding;
· big areas of skin irritation;
· any type of allergy; or
· if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
• Use exactly as directed on the label, or as predesigned by your doctor. Do not use in larger or less amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Clean the skin where you will apply the topical emollient. It may help to apply this product when your skin is wet or damp. Follow directions on the product label.
• Shake the product container if recommended on the label.
• Apply a little amount of topical emollient to the affected area and rub in gently.
• If you are using a stick, pad, or soap form of topical emollient, follow directions for use on the product label.
• Do not use this product over big area of skin. Do not apply a topical emollient to a deep puncture wound or severe burn without medical advice.
• If your skin appears white or gray and feels soggy, you may be applying too many topical emollient or using it too often.
• Some forms of topical emollient may be flammable and must not be used around tall heat or open flame, or applied while you are smoking.
• Store as directed away from moisture, heat, and easy. Hold the bottle, pipe, or another container tightly closed when not in use.
• Since this product is used as needed, it does not have a daily dosing schedule. Search medical advice if your condition does not improve after using a topical emollient.
• Search abnormal medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
• Avoid getting topical emollients in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If this does happen, rinse with water.
• Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Some topical emollients can create your skin more sensitive to sunlight or UV rays.
• Get abnormal medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your person, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Stop using the topical emollient and call your doctor if you have severe burning, stinging, redness, or irritation where the product was applied.
• Smaller serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all.
• This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
• It is not likely that another drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied commodity. But much drugs can interact with every another. Speak your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal commodity. Do not start a new medicine without telling your doctor.
• Your pharmacist can provide more information about topical emollients.
Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.
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