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Timodine Cream
Timodine® Cream
1. What Timodine Cream is and what it is used for
2. What you need to know before you use Timodine Cream
3. How to use Timodine Cream
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Timodine Cream
6. Contents of the pack and other information
Timodine Cream is used to treat inflamed skin conditions, particularly where the fungal infection Candida albicans can occur.
Timodine Cream contains four different medicines called nystatin, hydrocortisone, dimeticone and benzalkonium chloride.
Where two folds of skin rub together, chafing can occur, leading to a sore inflamed area of skin. This particularly happens in places such as the groin or under the breasts where frequent sweating occurs. This combination of irritated skin and wetness is called intertrigo. The same condition happens under babies’ nappies and is known as nappy rash. In both intertrigo and nappy rash the inflamed skin is easily infected by germs, in particular a fungus called Candida albicans. Timodine Cream is specially formulated to ease the soreness and treat the infections in intertrigo and inflamed nappy rash.
Timodine Cream can also be used to treat the following skin conditions when there is infection with Candida albicans:
Do not use Timodine Cream for longer than 7 days on infants unless your doctor tells you to
If any of the above applies to you, or if you are not sure, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you use Timodine Cream.
If any of the above applies to you, or if you are not sure, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you use Timodine Cream.
Do not smoke or go near naked flames – risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce build-up but not totally remove it.
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken/used any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
If you are using other skin creams at the same time as Timodine Cream, make sure you leave several minutes between applying the different creams.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
There is not enough information to show that Timodine Cream can be used safely during pregnancy and breast-feeding. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, only use Timodine Cream if advised by your doctor.
Timodine Cream contains:
Always use Timodine Cream exactly as your doctor has told you to. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
A finger-tip length of cream should be enough for each inflamed area. It is important to apply the cream thinly, to the affected area only.
Apply a thin layer of Timodine Cream to the sore area and rub into the skin gently until the cream disappears. Repeat the treatment three times a day until the skin is healed.
For severe nappy rash: Remove the soiled nappy, then clean and dry your baby’s skin. Rub a thin layer of Timodine Cream into the sore areas until the cream disappears. Repeat the treatment after every nappy change.
You may find a yellow stain on terry cotton nappies after using Timodine Cream. This will disappear after soaking in bleach or nappy solution followed by rinsing and normal washing.
Over-use of any corticosteroid cream can result in:
Timodine Cream is for external use only and should only be applied to the skin. If you accidentally swallow the cream this may cause nausea and vomiting or diarrhoea. If the cream is swallowed, drinking a glass of water or milk may be helpful. You should tell your doctor at once or contact your nearest accident and emergency department. Show any left-over medicines or the empty container to your doctor.
In the case of a missed application, simply apply when the next dose is due.
A worsening of symptoms can sometimes occur. If this happens to you, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Some people may be allergic to Timodine Cream. If you or your child experience an allergic reaction you should stop using Timodine Cream and tell your doctor straight away or contact the accident and emergency department of your nearest hospital. Signs of an allergic reaction may include:
Other possible side effects:
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard 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.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use Timodine Cream after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and on the tube (EXP). The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Store Timodine Cream below 15°C.
Do not use Timodine Cream if you notice a change in the colour or feel of the cream.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist on how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help protect the environment.
The active ingredients in this medicine are nystatin 100,000 IU/g, hydrocortisone 0.5% w/w, dimeticone 350 10% w/w and benzalkonium chloride solution 0.2% w/w.
The other ingredients are dibutyl phthalate, glycerol stearate, PEG 100 stearate, purified water, stearic acid, sodium metabisulphite, cellulose nitrate, cetostearyl alcohol, butylated hydroxyanisole compound (containing butylated hydroxyanisole (E320), propyl gallate, citric acid and propylene glycol (E1520)), methyl hydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl hydroxybenzoate (E216), and sorbic acid.
Timodine Cream is a pale yellow cream.
Timodine Cream comes in aluminium tubes of 5.5g, 7.5g and 30g. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
The marketing authorisation holder is:
Timodine Cream is manufactured by:
The information in this leaflet applies only to Timodine Cream. If you have any questions or you are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or a pharmacist.
This leaflet was last revised in August 2021
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