Oilatum
Oilatum Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
White Soft Paraffin and Liquid Paraffin are emollients with occlusive properties for topical application. There is no significant systemic absorption of the active ingredients but has substantial penetration into the stratum corneum.
| Trade Name | Oilatum |
| Generic | White Soft Paraffin + Liquid Paraffin |
| Weight | 6%+15%, 63.4%+5%, 6%w/w, 70%w/w, 7.5% |
| Type | Cream, Emulsion, Soap, Gel, Bar |
| Therapeutic Class | Emollients & combined preparations |
| Manufacturer | Glaxosmithkline Pharma, Glaxosmithkline, Stiefel India Pvt Ltd |
| Available Country | India, Bangladesh, Pakistan |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
For general use as an emollient in the symptomatic relief of dry skin conditions.
Dosage
Oilatum dosage
Apply a thin film of the ointment to the affected area of the skin, in the direction of hair growth, as required. Repeat as necessary. Ideally the product should be applied three or four times a day or at least twice a day. In adults, where a large area of the body is affected, up to 500 g a week may be used. For topical administration only.
Side Effects
Prolong use may cause folliculitis, should this occur, use of the product should be discontinued.
Precaution
The ointment should be applied in the direction of hair growth to reduce the incidence of folliculitis.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
The safety of White Soft Paraffin and Liquid Paraffin during pregnancy and lactation has not been established, but use during this periods is not considered to constitute a hazard.
Acute Overdose
This ointment has low toxicity and if ingested treatment should be supportive and symptomatic. Gastric lavage should not be attempted following ingestion of paraffin-based products, due to the risk of inhalation or aspiration into the lungs.
Storage Condition
Do not store above 30° C. Keep away from light and out of the reach of children.
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