Has Calmurid been discontinued?
Galderma is discontinuing production of Calmurid 500g (urea and lactic acid cream) but will continue to produce the smaller 100g tube. This decision has been made as part of a product rationalisation programme, explains the company.
Why is Calmurid cream discontinued?
You will receive the compounded version with the exact same strength actives of Calmurid. For dry hyperkeratotic skin conditions such as ichthyosis and as adjunctive treatment to atopic eczema….Urea 10% Lactic 5% Cream 100g [Calmurid IS DISCONTINUED]
| Product price | $35.00 |
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| Additional options total: | $0.00 |
| Order total: | $35.00 |
What is Aquadrate cream used for?
Aquadrate Cream is an emollient used to treat dry, scaly skin conditions. The cream helps to soften and moisturise your skin. Dry skin is caused by a lack of water in the outer layer of skin cells known as the stratum corneum (top layer of the skin).
What is Calmurid cream?
The active substances are urea and lactic acid. Each gram of Calmurid contains 100mg of urea and 50mg of lactic acid. The other ingredients are glyceryl monostearate, betaine monohydrate, diethanolamine cetyl phosphate, hard fat, cholesterol, sodium chloride and purified water.
What is DermaDrate?
DermaDrate Dry Skin Treatment is an intensive moisturising cream containing moisturisers including Urea. It is specifically designed to relieve and prevent the effects of drying from sun damage, environmental insults and a range of dry skin conditions. Non comedogenic. No perfume, lanolin or parabens.
What happened to Calmurid?
“Due to a number of reasons wholly beyond our control and after careful consideration of all possible options, a company decision at global level has been taken to discontinue Calmurid. One ingredient of Calmurid (DEA (diethanolamine) and Cocamide DEA) has triggered a safety concern via the regulatory authorities.
Do you need a prescription for ammonium lactate lotion?
Some products containing ammonium lactate may be available OTC. However, stronger versions of ammonium lactate creams and lotions require a prescription from a licensed medical provider before they can be dispensed by a pharmacy.
What is 10% urea used for?
Urea 10% cream (such as HealthE urea cream®, AquaCare HP® and Nutraplus®) is commonly used to moisturize moderately dry skin. Urea 25% cream (Eulactol®) is used for excessively dry skin or areas of thick skin such as the heels of the foot.
What can substitute Calmurid cream?
Doublebase Gel
Calmurid Cream is a widely used and effective dry skin treatment however every patient can respond differently to medication. If you find Calmurid Cream is not effective for you, you may want to try Doublebase Gel or another alternative treatment.
When to use Calmurid Cream on dry skin?
In severe cases a thick layer of Calmurid should be applied and left to penetrate the skin for 3–5 minutes. The cream can then be smoothed in and excess wiped off. Calmurid should be applied after washing or bathing. Indications: Dry and hyperkeratotic skin conditions, ichthyosis, as adjunctive therapy in atopic eczema .
Can you use Calmurid on hyperkeratotic skin?
PLEASE NOTE: You will not be receiving the CALMURID BRAND. You will receive the compounded version with the exact same strength actives of Calmurid. For dry hyperkeratotic skin conditions such as ichthyosis and as adjunctive treatment to atopic eczema.
How much lactic acid is in Calmurid Cream?
Composition: Urea 100 mg/g and lactic acid 50 mg/g in an emulsified base containing betaine monohydrate, glyceryl monostearate, diethanolamine cetylphosphate complex, hard fat, cholesterol, sodium chloride, purified water. ^ “Calmurid cream (urea, lactic acid)”.