Boots Antiseptic Cream 100g: Heal Cuts & Grazes

Suitable for

Adults and children.

Age RestrictionYou must be at least 16 years old to purchase this product.

How to use

Please read the carton carefully before use. Patient Information is updated periodically by the manufacturer. How to use this medicine: Check the tube seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not use the cream. Apply to the skin only. Do not use repeatedly or for long periods of  time.

• Wash hands thoroughly before and after use.
• Wash the affected area of skin under running water and dry thoroughly.
• Apply the cream gently using your fingers or gauze.
• For extra protection use a plaster or dressing, but burns and scalds are best left uncovered.


 

Adults and children: Apply the cream to the affected area 2 or 3 times a day. If symptoms do not go away, talk to your doctor.

If you need more advice ask your pharmacist.

Hazards and Cautions

Before you use this medicine Do not use:

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine

You can use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Cetostearyl alcohol may cause skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis). Information about some of the ingredients

This medicine contains Cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis). This medicine contains fragrance with lilial which may cause allergic reactions.  If anyone accidentally swallows some: Drink plenty of milk and see a doctor if you get irritation.

Possible side effects Most people will not have problems.
If you get these side effects stop using the cream and see a doctor:

• Allergic reaction (e.g. skin rash, red or itchy skin).


 

Reporting of side effects:

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed on this carton. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.  

• Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist


• Seek advice if you suffer from allergies

Active ingredients

Allantoin, Cetrimide, 2-4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: This cream contains Allantoin 0.2% w/w, Cetrimide 0.5% w/w, 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol 0.5% w/w. Also contains: purified water, polyethylene glycol, cetostearyl alcohol, ceresin, light liquid paraffin, cetomacrogol 1000, hyetellose, sodium citrate, dimeticone, perfume (containing lilial), citric acid.