Soya Oil, Lauromacrogols
The medicinal bath oil with natural soya oil and lauromacrogols to provide active relief from itching.
- Contains the anti-pruritic agent lauromacrogols to soothe the itch
- Contains 82.95% soya oil
- Triglycerides (high in polyunsaturated fatty acids) mimic the structure of physiological lipids
- Strengthens the balance of the skin, thus stabilising the skin’s barrier function
- Less need for steroids and other therapeutic agents *
- Reduces the drying effect of cleansing procedures
- Makes the skin smooth
- Suitable for use in the bath and shower
- Dual cleansing and lipid replenishing role
- Easy and convenient application
- Suitable for all ages including babies
PRESCRIBING INFORMATION:
Balneum Plus is an oily liquid for external use containing soya oil 82.95% w/w and lauromacrogols 15.0% w/w.
USES:
For the treatment of dry skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis where severe pruritus is also experienced.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION:
Adults: For full bath (~100L)-20ml = 1 measure. For partial bath (~5L)-2.5ml = 1/8 measure. For baby’s or child’s bath (~25L)-5ml = 1/4 measure. For very dry skin, 2-3 times the above quantities can be used. Add to bath water. Frequency and duration of application depends upon the type and severity of the condition. For adults – at least 3 times per week. For babies and infants – daily application is recommended. Balneum Plus can also be used in the shower by applying evenly without dilution and rinsing away excess by showering.
Contra-indications, warnings, etc:
Contra-indicated in patients hypersensitive to any of the ingredients. Take care not to slip. Avoid contact with eyes; if this occurs rinse immediately with water.
UNDESIRABLE EFFECTS:
None known
LEGAL CATOGORY:
GSL
PRODUCT LICENCE NUMBER:
PL 04758/0012
PRODUCT LICENCE HOLDER:
Hermal Kurt Herrmann, GmbH & Co OHG, Scholtzstrasse 3, D-21465, Reinbek, Germany.
DATE OF PREPERATION:
May 2007
PACK SIZES AND COST:
* Bettzuge-Pfaff ,BI and A. Melzer, Treating dry skin and pruritus with a bath oil containing soya oil and lauromacrogols. Curr Med Res Opin, 2005. 21 (11) 1735-1739
Information about adverse event reporting can be found at www.yellowcard.gov.uk and adverse events should be reported to Hermal UK on 0500 455 456
