Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream, Soothes Skin - 30 Gm

Product Name

• Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream, Soothes The Skin - 30 Gm

Scientific Name

• Dexpanthenol + Chlorhexidine Cream

Category Of Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream

• Skin Dryness Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Dexpanthenol And Chlorhexidine

• The active substance dexpanthenol, Pro-Vitamin B5, is converted in the skin cells into the vitamin pantothenic acid.
• This active ingredient helps skin to grow, restores its healthy look, and stimulates its regeneration
• Dexpanthenol is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations (such as diaper rash, and skin burns from radiation therapy).
• Chlorhexidine belongs to a class of drugs known as antimicrobials. It fights bacteria that enter wounds and protects against infections.

Therapeutic Indications Of Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream

• Bepanthen Plus Wound Healing cream effectively protects your skin from infection and inflammation whenever it gets cut or scratched. This disinfectant cream has a special formula, with carefully chosen, high quality healing agents, that speed up the recovery process of damaged skin
• Bepanthen Plus can be used by both adults and children to treat minor scrapes, cuts, scratches, burns, sores, and infections
• Bepanthen Plus brings relief to superficial wounds and infected skin, as it fights bacteria present on the skin

Method Of Administration Of Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Apply a thin layer to your skin. This creates a breathable barrier that helps the skin recover and stays protected.
• Apply Bepanthen Cream once to several times daily as required.
• Always use the dosage described in this leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor.
• If you think that the effect of the medicine is too weak or too strong, please consult your doctor or pharmacist
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream

• Side effects of this product have only rarely been observed to date. Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you notice or develop any side effects

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Skin Dryness

• Gently wash your face at least twice a day. Use a gentle cleanser like Payot Face Cleansing Lotion or Cerave Hydrating Cleanser
• Apply moisturizer several times a day, especially when your skin feels dry and after hand washing or bathing, while your skin is still moist
• Drink plenty of water

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are:

1. Suffer from any other illnesses
2. Have allergies
3. Taking or externally applying any other medicines (including those you purchase yourself).

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Bepanthen Plus, Wound Healing Cream

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Dexpanthenol

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Dexpanthenol
• Visit drugs.com at Information About Dexpanthenol
• Visit Drugbank at Information About Dexpanthenol