Dexpanthenol 5%

OTC

Indications:

Prevention and treatment of chafed, cracked or split skin. Dry skin. Nursing mother for regular breast care and treatment of sore nipples. Infant care as a protective barrier against nappy (diaper) wetness and for the prevention and treatment of chafing, redness and diaper rash.

Dosage:

• Damaged skin: Apply this topical ointment one or more times daily, as needed.
• Nursing mother: Apply this topical ointment to nipples after each breastfeeding.
• Treatment of mucosal defects of the cervix: Apply this topical ointment one or more times daily, as directed by a physician.
• Infant care: At each nappy (diaper) change spread Dexpanstad 5% over your baby’s bottom and groin, after cleaning these areas thoroughly with water.

Usage:

Dexpanthenol 5% is for topical use.

Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Dexpanthenol can cause mild allergic reactions such as itching, but rare.

• Dexpanthenol may prolong bleeding time, therefore, should be used with extreme caution in patients with hemophilia or with other bleeding risk.
• Contact with the eyes should be avoided.
• Dexpanthenol 5% may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).