Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive is a skin treatment that can be added to bath water to help treat dry or chapped skin conditions that may be itchy, red, and sore. It can be used to treat various forms of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, elderly pruritus, ichthyosis, and other dry skin disorders.

Key features:

• Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive treats dry and itchy skin.
• Active ingredient is liquid paraffin which moisturises and protects the skin.
• Suitable for all age groups, including babies.

What symptoms or conditions can be treated with Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive?

Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive is a skin treatment for dry or chapped skin conditions that may also be itchy, red, and sore. It is suitable for all age groups, including babies, and can be used for various forms of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, elderly pruritus, ichthyosis, and other dry skin disorders.

What is the active ingredient in Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive and how does it work?

The active ingredient in Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive is liquid paraffin, which is an emollient. When added to bath water, this product helps to soften, moisturise, and protect the skin by trapping moisture in the skin and restoring the normal protective function of the skin. It also helps prevent skin-drying and irritant effects that can be caused by bathing and by the soaps, foaming additives, and fragrances used in ordinary bath products.

Can all age groups use Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive, including babies?

Yes, all age groups can use Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive, including babies.

Can Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive be used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding?

Yes, Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive can be used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. The ingredients have been in widespread use in this and similar preparations for many years without reports of problems. However, safety trials have not been conducted.

Does Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive contain steroids?

No, Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive does not contain steroids.

Liquid paraffin 65.0% w/w

Adults, including the elderly:

Shake the bottle to mix contents and add 15 to 20ml (1½ to 2 inner capfuls) to a standard bath of water (20cm/8 inch depth). Immerse and cover the affected areas with the bath water and soak for 10 to 20 minutes. Pat dry with a towel.

Infants and children:

Shake the bottle to mix contents and add 5 to 10ml (½ to 1 inner capful) to a small bath or wash basin of water. Immerse and cover the affected areas with the bath water and soak for 10 to 20 minutes. Alternatively, repeatedly gently sponge over the affected areas. Pat dry with a towel.

There is no differentiation between the dosage quantities for the symptomatic relief of the conditions listed.

Doublebase Emollient Bath Additive contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).

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