NuvaCare Cream

This cream containing-

• White Soft Paraffin BP 14.5% w/w
• Light Liquid Paraffin BP 12.6% w/w
• Lanolin Anhydrous BP 1% w/w.

Adults, the elderly, children and infants over the age of 1 month: apply to the affected part two or three times daily. Use this medicine only on the skin. Do not use near the mouth, inner nose, eyes, genital area or on broken skin.

The absorption of topical minoxidil can be increased by concurrent use topical soft paraffin. This could potentiate the hypotensive effects of vasodilators.

Occasionally, allergic reactions or worsening of acne may occur. Occasionally, hypersensitivity reactions, otherwise adverse effects are unlikely. If this occurs, use of the product should be discontinued.

Pregnancy: Safe in pregnancy. No effects during pregnancy are anticipated, since systemic exposure to white soft paraffin, liquid paraffin and lanolin anhydrous is negligible. As with all medicines, this product should be used with caution during pregnancy.

Breast-feeding: It is unknown whether soft paraffin, light liquid paraffin and lanolin anhydrous metabolites are excreted in human milk. A risk to the newborns/infants cannot be excluded. Application of the product to the breast is not recommended during breast feeding.

• For external use only
• If rash develops, use of the product should be discontinued.
• Do not smoke or go near naked flames- risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc.) that has been in contact with NuvaCare burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard.
• The product should not be applied to the mucous membranes or to the broken skin.

This cream has low toxicity. If accidental ingestion occurs, conservative treatment only is required. There have been no reports of overdose with use of NuvaCare.

Miscellaneous topical agents

Protect from light, store below 30°C & dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.