Drapolene Derma Cream 100g is a topical antiseptic cream containing benzalkonium chloride 0.01% w/w and cetrimide 0.2% w/w. It is used to relieve and help prevent nappy rash in babies and urinary dermatitis in adults with incontinence. It can also provide symptomatic relief from minor burns, limited sunburn and skin soreness caused by the effects of weather.

The smooth, pink, water-miscible cream is applied directly to clean, dry skin. It can be used at each nappy change, applied regularly for urinary dermatitis or used as required for minor burns, limited sunburn and weather-related skin soreness.

A pharmacist can provide advice about using Drapolene Derma Cream where appropriate.

Patient Information Leaflet

Main ingredients: Benzalkonium chloride 0.01% w/w, provided as benzalkonium chloride solution 0.02% w/w; cetrimide 0.2% w/w.

Excipients: White soft paraffin and wool fat (purified lanolin) preblend, cetyl alcohol, emulsifying wax containing cetostearyl alcohol, chlorocresol, amaranth (E123), purified water.

Drapolene Derma Cream is for external use on the skin only.

For nappy rash, wash and thoroughly dry the nappy area at each nappy change. Apply the cream to the skin, paying particular attention to folds in the skin.

For urinary dermatitis in adults, wash and thoroughly dry the affected area before applying the cream. Regular routine application is advised.

For minor burns, limited sunburn and skin soreness caused by the effects of weather, apply the cream as required.

No maximum number of daily applications or fixed treatment duration is stated in the product information. Do not apply the cream to mucous membranes. Stop using it and consult a healthcare professional if the condition becomes worse or an allergic reaction is suspected.

Do not use Drapolene Derma Cream if you or the person being treated is allergic to benzalkonium chloride, cetrimide, wool fat (lanolin) or any of the other ingredients.

For external use only. Do not apply to mucous membranes.

Wool fat, cetyl alcohol and cetostearyl alcohol may cause local skin reactions, such as contact dermatitis. Chlorocresol may cause allergic reactions. Stop using the cream and consult a healthcare professional if an allergic reaction is suspected or the skin condition becomes worse.

Do not smoke or go near naked flames while using this product. Clothing, bedding, dressings and other fabrics that have been in contact with the cream can burn more easily and present a serious fire hazard. Washing fabrics may reduce product build-up but may not remove it completely.

No interactions with other medicines are known. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines you are using if you are uncertain whether they can be used together.

When used for its stated purposes, no special precautions are specified during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not apply the cream to the breasts while breastfeeding because the baby may ingest it during feeding.

Drapolene Derma Cream is not known to affect driving or the use of machinery and is not expected to cause drowsiness.

There have been no reported adverse effects from applying too much cream. If the cream is accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice so that appropriate treatment can be provided.