Drapolene Derma Cream is a licensed medicine supplied in a 100g tube, formulated with the antiseptics benzalkonium chloride and cetrimide, plus moisturising white soft paraffin and lanolin. It's used to prevent, treat and soothe adult urinary dermatitis, skin inflammation caused by prolonged contact with urine and often linked to incontinence, and can also be used for minor burns and sunburn. It's non-greasy, so it's easy to apply as part of a regular skin-care routine.

Key Features

• Dual antiseptic formula: Combines benzalkonium chloride and cetrimide, two antiseptics that help reduce bacterial growth on the skin.
• Moisturising protective barrier: Contains white soft paraffin and lanolin, which moisturise the skin and help protect it from external irritants such as urine.
• Non-greasy and easy to apply: Suited to regular use throughout the day, such as at every toilet visit.
• Also suitable for minor burns and sunburn: Can be used to soothe minor burns and limited sunburn, as well as adult urinary dermatitis.

What is adult urinary dermatitis?

It's skin inflammation caused by prolonged contact with urine, often linked to incontinence, which can cause soreness, redness and irritation in the affected area.

Why does this cream carry a fire warning?

It contains paraffin. Fabric such as clothing, bedding or dressings that has been in contact with the cream burns more easily, so you should avoid smoking or going near naked flames while using it.

Can I use this cream while breastfeeding?

Avoid applying it to the breast area, to prevent your baby ingesting the cream.

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.