Greater Glasgow and Clyde Medicines
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The medicine should be initiated by, or on the advice of a specialist, but is suitable for continuation by a GP
The medicine should only be used and prescribed by a specialist
Indicates the preferred choice within a class or group of medicines
13.2. Emollient and barrier preparations

13.2.6. Bath and Shower Emollients

In most cases, regular emollient preparations are suitable for use as bath additives and soap substitutes. The specific bath and shower preparations listed in the Total Formulary should only be reserved for situations where the use of regular emollient preparations are not suitable.

Please follow the manufacturers' instructions for the safe application and use of their products as soap substitute.

Total Formulary
CETRABEN (cream)
CETRABEN (lotion)
DERMOL 500 (LOTION)

Restrictions:

Restricted to use only when skin is infected or if infection is a frequent complication (e.g. folliculitis or secondary infection of eczema). 

Prescribing Notes:

Not for prolonged use unless clinically indicated.

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HYDROMOL (Ointment)
HYDROMOL BATH AND SHOWER

Restrictions:

Restricted to use in patients when their regular emollient preparation is not suitable to be used as a soap substitute for the patient.

Prescribing Notes:

Please consider Hydromol bath and shower 1st line choice for dermatology conditions.

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QV GENTLE WASH

Restrictions:

Restricted to use in patients when their regular emollient preparation is not suitable to be used as a soap substitute for the patient.

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ZEROBASE (Cream)
ZERODERM (Ointment)