Calmurid HC 10%/5%/1% Cream
Urea 10% w/w - Lactic Acid 5% w/w - Hydrocortisone 1% w/w
C R E A M
Calmurid HC 10%/5%/1% Cream
Urea 10% w/w
Lactic Acid 5% w/w
Hydrocortisone 1% w/w
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
- If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
- 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.
In this leaflet:
1. What Calmurid HC is and what it is used for
2. Before you use Calmurid HC
3. How to use Calmurid HC
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Calmurid HC
6. Further information
What Calmurid HC is and what it is used for
- This medicine is for the treatment of eczema and other similar conditions where the skin is inflamed, sore, dry, rough, scaly, irritated or itchy.
- The active substances contained in Calmurid HC are urea (10% w/w), lactic acid (5% w/w), both of which are found in healthy skin, and hydrocortisone (1% w/w), which is a mild steroid.
- The urea and lactic acid in Calmurid HC have moisturising and antibacterial properties, as well as helping to relieve itching, and to soften and soothe the skin. Hydrocortisone is an anti-inflammatory agent. It is not one of the steroids used by athletes to increase their muscle strength.
Before you use Calmurid HC
Do not use Calmurid HC
- If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to urea, lactic acid or hydrocortisone or any of the other ingredients of Calmurid HC (see section 6 for other ingredients).
- If you are suffering from skin tuberculosis, a viral skin infection (for example herpes simplex, vaccinia (pox), chicken pox or measles), or skin lesions caused by syphilis. If you have a fungal skin infection your doctor will prescribe an antifungal medicine as well.
Take special care with Calmurid HC
- Avoid contact with the eyes, eyelids, lips and other mucous surfaces. Upon accidental contact, rinse the affected area with clean water.
- Calmurid HC may cause stinging if applied to damaged skin (raw areas or cracked skin) or sensitive areas of the body such as the mouth or nostrils.
- In babies and infants, Calmurid HC should not be used on large areas of the skin, as the steroid in it could affect their growth. Long term use of Calmurid HC is not recommended in babies and infants.
Using other medicines
- This cream might affect other medicines that you apply to your skin.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using other medicines in this way or if you are using or have recently used any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
You should not use Calmurid HC and tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding.
Your doctor will then decide whether you should use Calmurid HC.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
How to use Calmurid HC
Always use Calmurid HC exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Calmurid HC is for EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
- First gently wash and dry the affected areas of your skin.
- Apply a thin layer of cream over the affected skin.
- If the skin is weeping, dry it before applying the cream.
- Do not rub it in yet.
- Leave it on your skin for 3 to 5 minutes, then rub it in gently.
- Wipe off any excess cream with a tissue (do not wash it off).
- The cream should be used on your skin in this way twice a day, or as directed by your doctor.
- How long you will have to use this product will depend on how quickly your condition improves. Your doctor will advise you of this.
One finger tip unit (equal to approx. 0.5 g) is sufficient to cover an area similar to that of two average adult hands (approx. 15 x 15 cm).
If you use more Calmurid HC than you should or accidentally swallow any of the cream
If you use too much Calmurid HC and stinging occurs, wash the cream off with water.
In the rare event that you accidentally swallow any of this product, seek medical advice.
If you forget to use Calmurid HC
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.
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Calmurid HC can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Effects on the skin
- Calmurid HC may cause stinging if applied to raw areas or cracks in the skin or the lips.
- Keep Calmurid HC away from other sensitive areas of your body.
- If stinging occurs, wash the cream off with water.
- Should stinging be a problem, you can mix it with an equal amount of Aqueous Cream BP (ask your pharmacist for this) for a week, after which time it should be alright to use this cream on its own again, but you must consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice first.
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 Calmurid HC
- Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
- Do not use Calmurid HC 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 25ºC.
- Store in the original container.
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 Calmurid HC contains
- Calmurid HC contains the active substances urea (10% w/w), lactic acid (5% w/w), both of which are found in healthy skin, and hydrocortisone (1% w/w), which is a mild steroid.
- The other ingredients are glyceryl monostearate, betaine monohydrate, diethanolamine cetyl phosphate, hard fat, cholesterol, sodium chloride and purified water.
What Calmurid HC looks like and contents of the pack
Calmurid HC is a white cream. It is available in 30 g, 50 g and 100 g tubes only on prescription from your doctor. In the UK, a 15g tube is also available.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
Marketing Authorisation Holder:
Manufacturer:
Marketing Authorisation Number: PL 10590/0010
Calmurid HC is a prescription only medicine.
This leaflet was last approved in 8/2009.
P20695-7
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