Product Use
The cream contains two active substances, phenol and chlorhexidine digluconate. Phenol and chlorhexidine digluconate have antiseptic properties for the disinfection of skin, wounds and burns. Phenol also has a local anaesthetic action for the relief of pain.
The cream base helps to soften the skin and soothe irritation.
Instructions
Adults and children: clean affected area of skin, apply and rub in gently or use on a dressing.
Cautions
DO NOT use Germolene Antiseptic Cream if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to phenol or chlorhexidine digluconate or any of the other ingredients of Germolene Antiseptic Cream
You may use the cream if you are pregnant or breast-feeding but as with all medicines at this time, you should discuss it with your doctor first.
This cream contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
This cream is for external use only.
Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth.
If some of the cream is swallowed accidentally, tell your doctor straight away or contact your nearest Accident and Emergency Department.
Ingredients
Cream containing:
Phenol 1.2%w/w
Chlorhexidine Digluconate 0.25%w/w
