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Aqueous cream may be associated with skin reactions (stinging, burning, itching and redness) when used as a 'leave-on' emollient, often within 20 minutes of application, and especially in children with atopic eczema. See MHRA Drug Safety update March 2013. Southgate G, Bradbury S (2016) Management of incontinence-associated dermatitis with a skin barrier protectant. BJN 25(9): S20-S29. In March 2023 we organised a link nurse study focused around the theme Moisture Associated Skin Damage (MASD). As part of this day Kerry (Medicareplus Rep) came to present sessions on MASD, Medical-Adhesive Related Skin Injury (MARSI) and barrier products. Kerry tried to apply her presentations to our pediatric population, with case studies and imagery, which can be difficult. Total barrier protection strategy with Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream which protects broken and unbroken skin. It restores skin hydration and maintains the skin integrity. Use in confirmed staphylococcal infection e.g. recurrent folliculitis and impetiginised eczema as per Notts Emollient Formulary.
Nappy rash is usually irritant dermatitis. The first line of treatment is to change nappies frequently and avoid tight fitting waterproof pants Bianchi J, Beldon P, Callaghan R, Stephen-Haynes J (2013) Barrier products: Effective use of a barrier cream and film. Wounds UK 9(1): 82-8. The training was provided by Angela Turnbull to staff attending a wider wound care training programme in the Trust. The session provided staff with current, up to date knowledge on recognising and preventing MASD. They are not substitute for adequate nursing care and it is doubtful if they are any more effective than the traditional compound zinc ointmentsWe have been working collaboratively with Medicareplus International to ensure Medi Derma pathway and formulary compliance for our local community. Proving events to promote compliance and patient centred care. At SFH if needed for other uses eg for lips, then use yellow soft paraffin, available from NHS supplies. Does not impede the adhesion of dressings, pouches or adhesive devices and prevents and reduces trauma and related pain (2) Agreed GREY non formulary for NEW PATIENTS (APC Jan 2020). Other creams available as soap substitutes and leave on emollients. All staff commented on how great it was to have other speakers during the day and also how useful the MASD and barrier products sessions were. They highlighted that they had never had this teaching previously and how much it made sense. It was delivered in a down-to-earth, easy-to-understand format with practical demonstrations.
First line - Balneum ® Plus Cream (100g tube) - also contains lauromacrogols. Use only if emollient alone has not helped itching.Long Lasting Protection – resilient, hydrophobic protective barrier (up to 72 hours) from moisture associated skin damage (1) Only for patients unable to use ointment/creams/lotions, or where application without touching skin is required, as per Notts Emollient Formulary.
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Foam applicator 1ml or 3ml available from NHS Supply Chain at SFH and NUH (or also Pharmacy at SFH)- Cavilon 1ml applicator is replaced by Cutimed Protect 1ml applicator. Brand names: Medi-Derm, Medi-Derm Rx, Medrox, Medrox-Rx, Reliaderm, Rematex, Ziks Arthritis Pain Relief