Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment 30g
Price £3.99
Expected Delivery: Tuesday
Treatment Information
Overview
Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment protects your baby from nappy rashes. Its unique formulation combines the protective effects of three active ingredients to heal your baby’s delicate skin. It is gentle on the skin and convenient to use.
Directions
Follow these instructions step-by-step:
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Remove your baby’s nappy
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Carefully clean the sore parts
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Dry gently with a soft towel
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Wash your hands and dry them
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Apply a pea-sized amount of the ointment over the affected area
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Gently spread the ointment evenly with your fingertips to form a thin film
Frequency of use
Use Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment at every nappy change until your baby’s skin has completely healed.
Storage
Store at 25°C or lower temperature.
Keep away from the reach of children.
Tightly close the cap to prevent any contamination.
Cautions
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Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment is for external use only.
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Do not swallow.
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This ointment can be poisonous when swallowed in large amounts.
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If your baby swallows it, immediately take them to the nearby emergency care. Also, take the ointment pack with you to help the healthcare provider identify the swallowed substance.
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Avoid contact with the eyes.
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Do not apply over an open wound.
Do not apply this ointment if:
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Your baby’s skin is visibly cracked, infected, or bleeding.
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Your baby is allergic to Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment or any product containing titanium dioxide, titanium peroxide, or salicylate.
Possible side effects
Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment is generally safe. In rare cases, it can cause side effects.
Side effects include
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Skin irritation or itching. (You can identify this by increased redness and warmth. Also, your baby may show behavioural cues such as increased fussiness or crying, attempting to reach for a scratch or rub the affected area, and disturbed sleep).
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Small red bumps or fluid-filled blisters (which indicate allergic reaction).
If you notice these or other side effects, stop using the ointment and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information leaflet can be found here.
Ingredients
The active ingredients of Metanium Nappy Rash Ointment form a protective layer to prevent nappy rash. On the other hand, the inactive ingredients slightly moisturise and soothe your baby’s delicate skin.
Active ingredients
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Titanium Dioxide 20% w/w: Protects skin against irritants and prevents moisture buildup. It is gentle on the skin and is widely used in sunscreens.
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Titanium Peroxide 5% w/w: Prevents skin irritation and provides a soothing effect on affected areas.
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Titanium Salicylate 3% w/w: Mixes with other active ingredients to form a protective barrier.
Inactive ingredients
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Dimethicone 350: Provides a silky feel to the skin.
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Light Liquid Paraffin: Softens and soothes the skin.
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Tincture of Benzoin: Provides a mild antiseptic effect (destroys germs).
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White Soft Paraffin: Prevents moisture loss and provides hydration.