Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream has been a trusted, effective solution for parents for 90 years, particularly for soothing and treating nappy rash symptoms. In addition to this, Sudocrem is also helpful for treating acne, eczema, cuts and grazes, sunburn, minor burns, chilblains.
Gentle enough to use from birth, this formula is clinically proven to provide soothing relief by rapidly reducing the redness, swelling, heat and pain of nappy rash within 24 hours.
The active ingredients in Sudocrem are zinc oxide, anhydrous hypoallergenic lanolin and benzyl alcohol:
- Zinc oxide, which helps to reduce the loss of fluid from the skin
- Anhydrous hypoallergenic lanolin, an emollient which soothes and softens skin
- Benzyl alcohol, which has local anaesthetic and antiseptic properties that help to reduce discomfort
Like all medicines, this product can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Occasionally, this product may cause local skin irritation. If this persists, speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Do not use this product if you or your child has an allergy to any of the ingredients listed.
This product is for external use only. Keep out of the eyes, nose and mouth.
Do not smoke or go near naked flames after applying this cream. Fabric that has been in contact with this product is a fire hazard. Washing these fabrics may reduce product build-up, but not totally remove it.
This product contains sodium benzoate, which may cause local irritation and may increase jaundice in newborns up to 4 weeks old.
While Sudocrem has healing properties for minor cuts, burns and irritation, it is not a substitute for medical care.
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