What is Excipial U and when is it used?

The Excipial U preparations improve and normalize the Skin condition by supplementing the natural protective film with lipids and a humectant. This smoothes the rough surface and makes the skin elastic and resilient.

Excipial U Hydrolotio is a moisturizing oil-in-water body milk with the active ingredient urea. It has a very high water content, is only slightly greasy and permeable to secretions and heat, it has a cooling effect and can be washed off with water.

Excipial U Lipolotio also contains the active ingredient urea in a higher concentration and in a more greasy water-in-oil emulsion. It is waterproof and absorbs quickly despite the high fat content. Excipial U Lipolotio is available scented and unscented.

Both products are particularly suitable for large-area use to protect and care for sensitive or slightly inflamed skin: Excipial U Hydrolotio for use with normal to slightly dry skin, Excipial U Lipolotio for dry to very dry skin and as a supportive measure for dehydration diseases . Both preparations are suitable for alternating treatment with highly effective skin medicines (e.g. Excipial U during the day, corticoid preparations at night) and for skin care after skin diseases have healed.

When should Excipial U not be used?

If there is a known hypersensitivity to the ingredients of Excipial U Hydrolotio or U Lipolotio, the product in question should not be used.

Excipial U should not be used on infants as it has not been systematically tested for skin irritation.

Excipial U must not be applied to wounds or open areas of the skin.

When is caution required when using Excipial U?

If used as directed, no special precautions need to be followed.

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (even those you bought yourself!) or using them externally.

Can Excipial U be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

If used as directed, Excipial U can be used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

Before attaching the infant, the lotion adhering to the nipples must be carefully and completely removed.

How do you use Excipial U?

Apply the lotion to the affected or sensitive skin two to three times a day. When using Excipial U together with effective skin remedies, the doctor determines the treatment plan.

Excipial U can also be used on small children from about one year. The products should not be applied to inflamed, reddened skin.

Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Excipial U have?

The following side effects can occur when using Excipial U:

In the composition, particular importance is attached to the skin compatibility of the components. However, a hypersensitivity reaction cannot be completely ruled out. If you experience itching or reddening of the skin as a result of the application, you should stop using the preparation.

In individual cases, a slight irritation is observed immediately after application, but this quickly disappears. In individual cases, actual skin reddening and scaling can occur.

If you notice side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

Durability

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP.» on the container. designated date are used.

Storage Instructions

Store at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep out of the reach of children.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information.

What does Excipial U contain?

Excipial U Hydrolotio: 1 ml contains 20 mg urea, preservative: polihexanide; Bergamot oil and other flavorings and additives. Lipid content 11%.

Excipial U Lipolotio: 1 ml contains 40 mg urea, preservatives: triclosan, chlorhexidine dihydrochloride; Flavorings and other excipients. Lipid content 36%.

Excipial U Lipolotio without perfume: 1 ml contains 40 mg urea, preservatives: triclosan, chlorhexidine dihydrochloride; as well as other auxiliary materials. Lipid content 36%.

Approval number

42428, 49620 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Excipial U? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

Excipial U Hydrolotio: 200 ml and 500 ml bottles

Excipial U Lipolotio: 200 ml and 500 ml bottles

Excipial U Lipolotio without perfume: 200 ml and 500 ml bottles

Authorization holder

Galderma SA, CH-6300 Zug

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in February 2011.