{"id":6413,"date":"2021-01-06T14:50:34","date_gmt":"2021-01-06T14:50:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=6413"},"modified":"2021-06-19T08:23:37","modified_gmt":"2021-06-19T08:23:37","slug":"calmuril","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/calmuril\/","title":{"rendered":"Calmuril &#8211; Lactic acid \/ Urea uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\n\n10%&nbsp;carbamide&nbsp;(&nbsp;urea&nbsp;) and 5%&nbsp;lactic acid<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. WHAT CALMURIL IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Calmuril is a white emollient&nbsp;cream&nbsp;that contains 10%&nbsp;urea&nbsp;and 5%&nbsp;lactic acid.&nbsp;Calmuril binds water and softens the skin&#8217;s&nbsp;stratum corneum.&nbsp;The moisture in the skin increases, thickened skin softens, and the tendency to peel decreases.&nbsp;Calmuril also has an antipruritic effect.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calmuril is used for the treatment of dry and thickened skin and for emollient effect in connection with the treatment of certain types of&nbsp;eczema.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Urea&nbsp;and&nbsp;lactic acid&nbsp;found in Calmuril may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. BEFORE YOU USE CALMURIL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Calmuril<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>if you are allergic to&nbsp;urea&nbsp;or&nbsp;lactic acid&nbsp;in Calmuril or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take special care with Calmuril<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid contact with eyes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Calmuril can be used during pregnancy and lactation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Calmuril does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. HOW TO USE CALMURIL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults and children:&nbsp;<\/em>Cream&nbsp;one lubricates twice a day or after each contact with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In more severe cases with thickened skin, a thick layer is applied, which after 3-5 minutes is massaged into the skin.&nbsp;The treatment is repeated daily for 1-2 weeks and then if necessary, preferably 1-2 times a week.&nbsp;For thickened skin on hands and feet, take a hand or foot bath before application.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse has told you.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):&nbsp;<\/em>Cream&nbsp;one can cause a transient local irritation in the form of burning or heat sensation that may occur depending on the degree and type of skin disease.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):&nbsp;<\/em>Hives,&nbsp;eczema, dermatitis,&nbsp;redness, blisters, and&nbsp;itching.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. HOW TO STORE CALMURIL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unopened packaging: Store in a refrigerator (2 &#8211; 8 \u00b0 C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opened packaging: To be consumed within 6 months and in the meantime, there are no special storage instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. FURTHER INFORMATION<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; The active substances are&nbsp;carbamide&nbsp;(&nbsp;urea&nbsp;) 100 mg \/ g and&nbsp;lactic acid&nbsp;50 mg \/ g.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other ingredients are glycerol monostearate, betaine monohydrate, macrogol-6-cetostearyl ether, macrogol-25-cetostearyl ether, isopropyl myristate, hard fat,&nbsp;cholesterol, sodium chloride, purified water.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions for use and handling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For pump can: Completely remove<\/em>&nbsp;the gray transport cover by pulling off the pin and collar.&nbsp;Press the pump completely several times during the first use to fill it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>What the medicine looks like<\/em>&nbsp;White&nbsp;cream<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Pack sizes:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>50 grams, polypropylene tube with outer carton<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>100 grams, polypropylene tube with outer carton<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>400 grams, polypropylene pump can.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all packaging may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ACO Hud Nordic AB, Box 622, 194 26 Upplands V\u00e4sby.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Calmuril is a white emollient cream that contains 10% urea and 5% lactic acid. Calmuril binds water and softens the skin&#8217;s stratum corneum. The moisture in the skin increases, thickened skin softens, and the tendency to peel decreases. 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