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Diprobase Cream

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  • Diprobase Cream is an emollient, moisturising and protective cream. It helps to soothe, smooth and hydrate the skin and prevent moisture loss. In adults and children, Diprobase Cream is used to treat red, inflamed, damaged, dry or chapped skin and to protect raw skin areas. If you are suffering from a skin condition such as eczema, and your skin is dry, this cream can be applied to prevent your skin from drying even further. Eczema is a common skin disease, which causes the skin to become red and itchy.

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Product Code: 0004144

Diprobase Cream - For many people with eczema, an emollient cream is the right choice. It helps to soothe, smooth and hydrate the skin and prevent moisture loss. It works by providing a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface.

Although not as long lasting or simple as an ointment, creams are less greasy and may be more cosmetically acceptable, particularly when used during the day. Diprobase Cream has been soothing, healing and protecting the nation’s sore skin for over 25 years, and is still the most prescribed brand in primary care and the most used brand in secondary care.

 

How does it work?

Diprobase cream doesn't contain any active ingredients as such. It is made from a mixture of liquid and white soft paraffins and water, to produce a moisturiser that is lighter and less greasy than Diprobase ointment.

 

Dry skin results from lack of water in the outer layer of skin cells. When this layer becomes dehydrated it loses its flexibility and becomes cracked, scaly and sometimes itchy. The skin dries out when too much water evaporates from its surface. This increases as we get older and is made worse by washing, because hot water and soap remove the layer of natural oil on the skin surface.

 

Why is a moisturiser such as Diprobase important?

Moisturisers are helpful for all dry skin conditions, particularly eczema and dermatitis, which get worse when the skin is allowed to dry out. Used regularly they help restore the skin's smoothness, softness and flexibility by helping the skin retain moisture. They should be applied frequently, particularly before or after washing, to prevent the skin drying out.

 

In conditions such as eczema, using a moisturiser regularly, even once the skin has improved, can help prevent flare-ups of this condition.

 

 


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Location: United Kingdom
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Date: 11/04/2010
John Reuter

Diprobase Cream is twice as expensive as Aqueous Creme, but much less irritating.

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Date: 07/04/2010
julie smith

Diprobase is excellent for moisturising skin, especially if you suffer from eczema. Once applied doesn't leave you with that greasy feeling as some emollients do.

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g rees 

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Date: 01/02/2010

Diprobase Cream is a very good product for any skin condition/complaint in my opinion.

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G Rees 

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Date: 31/01/2010

This indeed is a very good product. The diprobase pump is good value for money and long lasting. Initially recommended for use by our GP. Have not looked back since. Excellent product, however I feel I should mention that the overall service from Chemist Direct on this order has been very poor and well below standard. It is now approaching 4 weeks since they sent the wrong items in an order and the issue is still unresolved. I doubt very much whether I will be a returning customer.

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Pamela Herbert 

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Date: 11/06/2009

My 5 month old baby developed a rash which turned sore and was diagnosed as Eczema. Doctor prescribed us to use Diprobase Cream. After a few weeks of using this cream every night and every time my baby's eczma has almost completely gone!

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DZ 

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Date: 18/03/2009

i work in hospital, wash hands very often, they become so dry skin starts to split, this cream is just amaising!

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barbara elmore 

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Date: 09/03/2009

Since being found out that I am allergic to many cosmetic ingredients in 2003 I have been using Diprobase Emollient Cream ever since. I am nearly 60 and have the skin of a 40-year old! It is simply the best and cheapest moisturiser I have ever used. Forget expensive creams and all the adverts.

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Date: 21/04/2008
Roger

Probably the best moisturiser in the world! Periodically I suffer from psoariasis and it is the best moisturiser I've found particularly when applied directly after bath/shower. My family all use my cream now, hence had to order a load more! Great after sun exposure too, provides long lasting hydration. Highly recommended.

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David 

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Date: 05/03/2008

Fantastic moisturising cream, great for all flaky/dry skin conditions.

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This Diprobase Cream Patient Information Leaflet is provided for information only. It is the leaflet included in the pack with the medicine. The leaflet information should not be used in contradiction with your Doctor or Pharmacist's advice. Chemist Direct will not accept liability for information displayed. Please refer to the leaflet in the packaging for the latest manufacturer's information.
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