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Technical information
1.Trade Name of the Medicinal Product
SUDOCREM ANTISEPTIC HEALING CREAM
2.Qualitative and Quantitative Composition
% w/w
Zinc oxide, EP 15.25
Benzyl alcohol, BP 0.39
Benzyl benzoate, BP 1.01
Benzyl cinnamate 0.15
Lanolin (hypoallergenic) 4.00
3.Pharmaceutical Form
Emulsified water in oil cream
4.Clinical Particulars
i.Therapeutic Indications
In the treatment of:
1.Napkin rash
2.Eczema
3.Bedsores
4.Acne
5.Minor burns
6.Surface wounds
7.Sunburn
8.Chilblains
ii.Posology and Method of Administration
Apply a thin layer with suitable covering where necessary. Renew application as required. No distinction is required between indications or between adults, children and the elderly.
Topical cream for external use only.
iii.Contra-indications
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
iv.Special Warnings and Precautions for Use
For external use only and should not be allowed to come into contact with the eyes and the mucous membranes.
v.Interactions with Other Medicaments and Other Forms of Interaction
None known
vi.Pregnancy and Lactation
There are no known contra-indications
vii.Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines
Not applicable
viii.Undesirable Effects
Side effects include local hypersensitivity occasionally.
ix.Overdose
No cases of overdose have been reported. If large amounts are swallowed accidentally, this may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, CNS stimulation and convulsions. Symptomatic treatment should be provided.
5.Pharmacological Properties
i.Pharmacodynamic Properties
Zinc oxide:
A dermatological agent with astringent, soothing and protective properties.
Benzyl alcohol:
A local anaesthetic with disinfectant properties.
Benzyl benzoate:
An acaricide and has been used as a pediculicide, insect repellent and pharmaceutical solubilising agent. It is a constituent of many natural balsams and is one of the principal esters of Peru Balsam.
Benzyl cinnamate:
This is the other principal ester of Peru Balsam BPC 1973. It is synthesised from benzyl alcohol and cinnamic acid which has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Peru Balsam is categorised as having a mild antiseptic action because of cinnamic acid and its derivatives present.
Lanolin (hypoallergenic):
Resembles the sebaceous secretions of human skin. The grade used is manufactured so as to exclude many sensitising substances present in the lanolin.
ii.Pharmacokinetic Properties
Not applicable
iii.Preclinical Safety Data
Not applicable
6.Pharmaceutical Particulars
i.List of Excipients
Purified Water
Sodium Benzoate
Paraffin wax
Microcrystalline wax
Heavy Liquid Paraffin
Synthetic Beeswax
Sorbitan sesquioleate
Propylene glycol
Embanox 4
Linalyl acetate
Lavender
ii.Incompatibilities
None known
iii.Shelf Life
5 years
