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Boots Pharmaceuticals Bite & Sting Relief Antihistamine Cream - 20g
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20 G | £16.95 per 100G
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Relieves pain, itching and swelling. Soothing relief
See details below, always read the label
Suitable for: adults and children 2 years and over
Active ingredients: Mepyramine Maleate
See details below, always read the label
Suitable for: adults and children 2 years and over
Active ingredients: Mepyramine Maleate
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Boots Pharmaceuticals Bite & Sting Relief Antihistamine Cream - 20g
What this medicine is for
A soothing antihistamine cream for the relief of pain, itching and swelling caused by insect bites and stings and nettle stings.
Suitable for
Adults and children 2 years and over
How to use
Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.
Patient Information Leaflets are updated periodically by the manufacturer.
Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.
Read all of this carton for full instructions.
Check the tube seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not use the cream. Pierce tube seal with end of cap. Apply to the skin only.
Adults and children of 2 years and over:
Smooth a very small amount on the affected area. Use the cream 2 or 3 times a day, for a maximum of 3 days.
Do not use on children under 2 years.
If a rash develops, or the condition gets worse, stop using the cream.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor.
Hazards and Cautions
Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children
Before you use this medicine.
Do not use:
Before you use this medicine.
Do not use:
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients or other antihistamines.
- If you have eczema or other skin conditions.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor tells you to.
- On broken skin, sunburnt skin or on large areas of skin.
If anyone accidentally swallows some: Talk to a doctor straight away.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems.
If you get these side effects stop using the cream and see a doctor:
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems.
If you get these side effects stop using the cream and see a doctor:
- Allergic reaction (e.g. skin rash, red or itchy skin, worsening of the condition you are treating).
Information about some of the ingredients
This medicine contains Cetostearyl alcohol and lanolin which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
Reporting side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed on this carton. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Storage
Do not store above 25°C.
Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
Use by the date on the flap of the carton.
Precautions
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed on this carton. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Storage
Do not store above 25°C.
Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
Use by the date on the flap of the carton.
Precautions
- This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.
- Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Active ingredients
Mepyramine Maleate
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Mepyramine Maleate 2% w/w.
Also contains: purified water, cetostearyl alcohol, white soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, cetomacrogol 1000, anhydrous hypoallergenic lanolin, sorbitan sesquioleate, sodium citrate, citric acid monohydrate.
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