Nutraplus
urea
CREAM
Nutraplus 10% Cream
Urea
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to use Nutraplus carefully to get the best
results from it.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
- You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.
- If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
- 1. What Nutraplus is and what it is used for
- 2. Before you use Nutraplus
- 3. How to use Nutraplus
- 4. Possible side effects
- 5. How to store Nutraplus
- 6. Further information
What Nutraplus is and what it is used for
- Nutraplus is an emollient, a moisturising and protective cream for the treatment of dry or damaged skin.
- The active substance in this product is urea, a natural substance found in healthy skin.
- The presence of urea in the cream moisturises the skin. This helps bring back soft and supple skin.
Before you use Nutraplus
Do not use Nutraplus
- If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to urea or any of the other ingredients of Nutraplus (see section 6 for other
ingredients). An allergic reaction may include a rash or itching.
Take special care with Nutraplus
- If irritation occurs, discontinue use temporarily.
- Avoid contact with the eyes. Upon accidental contact, rinse the affected area with clean water.
Using other medicines
There are no known interactions with other medicines.
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using or have recently used any other medicines, including medicines
obtained without a prescription.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, it may not be advisable to use this product, unless your doctor considers
it essential.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Nutraplus
Nutraplus contains cetearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis), propylene glycol which may cause skin irritation and propyl parahydroxybenzoate and methyl parahydroxybenzoate which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
How to use Nutraplus
Always use Nutraplus exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Nutraplus is for external use only.
- First gently wash and dry the affected areas of your skin.
- Apply evenly to dry skin areas 2 to 3 times a day, or as advised by your doctor or pharmacist.
- Wipe away any excess cream with a tissue.
- How long you will have to use this cream will depend on how quickly your condition improves.
If you use more Nutraplus than you should or accidentally swallow any of the cream
In the rare event that you accidentally swallow any of this product, seek medical advice.
If you forget to use Nutraplus
Do not worry if you forget to use your cream at the right time. When you remember, start using the product again as you did before.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Nutraplus Cream Side Effects
- Like all medicines, Nutraplus can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
- When used normally, your skin may become slightly red in appearance. This effect is usually mild and stops altogether with further use of the cream.
- If you continue to get discomfort when you have been applying Nutraplus, wash the cream off and stop using it for a few days. If the effects still persist or are severe when you start using it again, stop using the product altogether and seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
- If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
How to store Nutraplus
- Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
- Do not use Nutraplus after the expiry date which is stated on the tube and carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
- Do not store above 25°C.
- Store the closed container away from direct heat.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
Further information
What Nutraplus contains
- Nutraplus contains 10% w/w of the active substance urea.
- The other ingredients are glyceryl monostearate, octyl palmitate, myristyl lactate, mineral oil, cetearyl alcohol, ceteareth-20, propylene glycol, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216) and purified water.
What Nutraplus looks like and contents of the pack
- Nutraplus is a white cream.
- It is available in 60 and 100 g tubes. Not all sizes of the tube may be marketed.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
Marketing Authorisation Holder:
PL 10590/0002 (UK), PA 590/4/1 (IRE)
Manufacturer:
This leaflet was last approved in 12/2007.
P21375-4
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