Can Diprobase cream be used on the face?

Can Diprobase cream be used on the face?

It is safe to apply Diprobase to the face to treat dry skin. When applying Diprobase to your face you should avoid contact with eyes and mouth. Diprobase can be applied to babies’ faces before eating, to avoid food and drink drying and irritating their sensitive skin.

What is Diprobase lotion used for?

Diprobase Ointment is recommended for the symptomatic treatment of red inflamed, damaged, dry or chapped skin, the protection of raw skin areas and as a pre-bathing emollient for dry/eczematous skin to alleviate drying areas.

Can you use Diprobase as a daily moisturiser?

Cream – For Soothing Dry Skin And Eczema Diprobase Cream is used for the treatment of eczema and other dry skin conditions. Diprobase works by creating a barrier on the skin, that helps lock moisture in and keep irritants out. It can be used every day.

Has Diprobase lotion been discontinued?

Diprobase Daily Eczema Lotion and Diprobase Ointment* have been discontinued.

Is Diprobase a steroid cream?

Diprobase itch relief cream is a steroid free formula that combines a soothing action with a regeneration of the skin’s natural barrier.

Why is Diprobase being discontinued?

Bayer UK said that this decision was due to marketing reasons and advised that anyone using Diprobase Ointment or Diprobase Cream discuss their requirements with their GP or pharmacist so that they can recommend a suitable alternative.

What are the side effects of Diprobase cream?

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS Skin reactions including itching, rash, redness, peeling, burning, pain, dryness and skin inflammation (dermatitis) have been reported with product use. If you are worried by this or any other effects, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist.

Is Diprobase anti inflammatory?

Repairs the skin barrier and treats dry skin conditions. Doublebase diomed flare relief emollient is a highly moisturising, anti-inflammatory emollient that helps to repair the skin barrier and treat dry skin conditions that are prone flare ups.

Why is Diprobase discontinued?

What has replaced Diprobase?

Manufacturer Bayer has launched an improved eczema cream to replace its Diprobase Eczema Cream. The new cream, called Diprobase Advanced Eczema Cream, relieves and soothes red, inflamed, damaged, dry or chapped skin, according to the manufacturer.

Is Diprobase discontinued UK?

Bayer UK has confirmed that Diprobase Cream, Lotion and Ointment have been discontinued.

Is Diprobase safe?

Diprobase cream contains chlorocresol and cetostearyl alcohol which may rarely cause skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) or allergic reactions. If you are worried about this or any other effects, you should contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Why has Diprobase been discontinued?

Can I buy Diprobase cream over the counter?

Diprobase® Eczema Cream can be obtained without prescription in a tube of 50g or pump dispenser containing 500g in pharmacies and major retailers.

Why have they stopped making Diprobase?