Epimax ®ointment - First line option for severe dry skin as per Notts Emollient Formulary. Comparable to Hydromol ®, Zeroderm ®,Cetraben ®, and Epaderm ®. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is unlikely to have any ill effects when used as directed. If unsure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Eucerin ®UreaRepair Plus lotion can be used if lotion required however it has been registered as ‘cosmetic’ rather than as medicines which means that it is notavailable on prescription. At SFH if needed for other uses eg for lips, then use yellow soft paraffin, available from NHS supplies. First line options are Epimax ointment, Zeroderm ® emulsifying ointment and Liquid & white soft paraffin ointment (Fifty:50).

Indications: For use as an effective emollient and as a skin cleanser for the relief of flaking dry conditions Manufactured by Thornton & Ross Ltd., Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK. Licence Holder: Zeroderma Ltd., Huddersfield, HD7 5QH, UK.Only for patients unable to use ointment/creams/lotions, or where application without touching skin is required, as per Notts Emollient Formulary. Not in Nottinghamshire emollient formulary. Use alternative if a leave on emollient is required -see formulary for options.

Other first line options are Epimax ®ointment and Liquid & white soft paraffin ointment (Fifty:50®). First line - ImuDERM ® emollient. 5% urea (500g pump dispenser, CliniSupplies Ltd). Recommended for additional use as soap substitute. Also contains: lanolin anhydrous, glyceryl monostearate, cetyl alcohol, sodium cetostearyl sulphate, citric acid monohydrate, carbomer, sodium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, methyl hydroxybenzoate (E218), ethylhydroxybenzoate (E214), propyl hydroxybenzoate, butyl and isobutyl hydroxybenzoate and purified water.

A rich, non-greasy 3-in-1 moisturiser, wash and bath additive containing 70% paraffin to manage eczema, dry cases of psoriasis and other related dry skin conditions

First choice - Dermol ® 500 Lotion (less greasy than Dermol ® cream). Recommended for aditional use as soap substitute. Do not store this cream above 25°C. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. For external use only Epimax ® original cream - First line option for moderately dry skin as per Notts Emollient Formulary. Comparable to Zerobase ®, Cetraben ® and Diprobase ®. Also contains: Lanolin Anhydrous, Glyceryl Monostearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Cetostearyl Sulphate, Citric Acid (Monohydrate), Carbomer (Carbopol 974P), Purified Water, Sodium Hydroxide (10% w/vSolution); 2-Phenoxyethanol containing NIPA Esters (Phenonip); Phenonip is comprised of: MethylHydroxybenzoate (E218), Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate (E214), Propyl Hydroxybenzoate (E216), Butyl andIsobutyl Hydroxybenzoate. Indications: Used to moisture and soften dry skin in eczema, dry cases of psoriasis and other dry skin conditions. It is suitable for all ages and may also be used as a skin cleanser or bath additiveAproDerm Gel is a highly moisturising gel, without the greasiness of an ointment, which actively draws and retains moisture within the skin and provides a protective barrier to help reduce dryness and irritation. It is also an effective pre-bathing emollient so can be applied to skin prior to bathing to prevent it from drying out even further, whilst protecting it from the irritant effects that can be caused by washing and bathing products such as soaps, shower gels and shampoos. Aqueous cream may be associated with skin reactions (stinging, burning, itching and redness) when used as a 'leave-on' emollient, often within 20 minutes of application, and especially in children with atopic eczema. See MHRA Drug Safety update March 2013.

If you find you are sensitive to the cream stop use and consult a pharmacist or doctor if you have cause forconcern.Epimax ® oatmeal cream and Zeroveen ® cream are additionally recommended for use as a soap substitute. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine. Storing the medicine AproDerm Colloidal Oat Cream, a light, paraffin-free emollient which has all the benefits of colloidal oat including protecting and restoring the skin barrier, soothing the itch, irritation and redness associated with dry skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, as well as having humectant properties and maintaining the skin’s normal pH. As well as being a moisturiser it can also be used as an effective soap substitute, to prevent the skin from drying out further.