Drapolene Derma Cream 350g is a soothing antiseptic barrier cream for delicate, easily irritated skin. It supports babies and adults by helping prevent and relieve nappy rash and urinary dermatitis, while also providing symptomatic relief from minor burns and limited sunburn. The non-greasy formula helps protect the skin against moisture-related irritation and is suitable for everyday use across the family.

Key Features

• Multi-purpose skin protection: Helps prevent and relieve nappy rash and urinary dermatitis and provides symptomatic relief from minor burns and limited sunburn.
• Gentle antiseptic barrier: Contains benzalkonium chloride and cetrimide, which provide antiseptic action while the cream protects and soothes irritated skin.
• Family-friendly formula: Non-greasy cream suitable for babies and adults.

Is Drapolene Derma Cream suitable for both babies and adults?

Drapolene Derma Cream is indicated for nappy rash in babies and urinary dermatitis in adults, as well as minor burns and limited sunburn. Consequently, it offers a practical option for households wanting one barrier cream that supports the skin needs of different age groups.

How does Drapolene Derma Cream help protect irritated skin?

The cream combines emollient ingredients with the antiseptics benzalkonium chloride and cetrimide. It forms a protective barrier against moisture while helping soothe and protect vulnerable areas of skin.

What makes Drapolene Derma Cream convenient for everyday use?

Drapolene Derma Cream has a non-greasy base that spreads easily. Additionally, the 350g tub provides an ample supply, making regular application straightforward in busy care routines.

Is Drapolene Derma Cream suitable for sensitive skin types?

The formulation is designed for delicate and easily irritated skin while still providing antiseptic benefits. However, it should not be used by anyone with a known hypersensitivity to benzalkonium chloride, cetrimide, lanolin or any of the other listed ingredients, and use should stop if an allergic reaction is suspected.

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.