Swissmedic-approved patient information
Der-med®
Permamed AG
What is Der-med and when is it used?
Der-med is a moisturizing skin wash lotion tailored to the properties of the skin for gentle washing or showering of sensitive, dry or diseased skin.
The active ingredient disodium undecylenamido MEA-sulfosuccinate contained in Der-med has a disinfecting effect and has a slightly growth-inhibiting effect on various bacteria and skin fungi. Der-med has the slightly acidic, buffered acidity of healthy skin (pH 5.5) and thus stabilizes the physiological (natural) protective acid mantle. Der-med thus protects sensitive skin from diseases and dehydration and also supports the healing process in diseased skin.
The moisturizing substances in Der-med prevent the skin from being degreased by the washing process.
The-med is used:
- for therapy-supporting treatment for:
- psoriasis;
- ichthyosis (fish scale disease);
- eczema;
- Skin fungal diseases (hand and athlete's foot);
- acne;
- for infant care (especially diaper eczema);
- for gentle care of the intimate area;
- for protective cleaning of aged skin;
- for daily washing, showering and bathing of sensitive and diseased skin.
< h2>When should Der-med not be used?
Der-med should not be used if there is an existing hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients.
When is caution required when using Der-med?
If used as intended, no special precautions need to be taken.
Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (including those you bought yourself) or using them externally!
Can Der-med be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Systematic scientific studies have never been carried out.
Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child to be born when used as intended. Der-med can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
How do you use Der-med?
Der-med is used like liquid soap.
Wet the skin well with lukewarm water, then apply a few splashes of Der-med directly to the affected areas of the skin and wash gently. Then rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean cloth without rubbing.
If you have a tendency to skin fungus, Der-med is suitable for preventive treatment by washing the endangered skin areas with Der-med. Der-med also supports the healing process in skin fungal diseases if the skin is thoroughly cleaned with Der-med before each application of the local antifungal agent. To prevent recurrence, the affected skin areas should continue to be washed with Der-med for 5-6 weeks after the fungal disease has healed. It is advisable to leave Der-med on for a few minutes and only then rinse off with lukewarm water. Then always pat dry with a clean cloth without rubbing.
Der-med may also be used on infants, small children and children.
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 Der-med have?
The following side effects can occur when using Der-med: in rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions such as reddening or burning of the skin.
If you notice side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.
What else needs to be considered?
Store Der-med at room temperature (15-25 °C) and out of the reach of children.
The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.
Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.
What does Der-med contain?
1 g of Der-med contains 30 mg disodium undecylenamido MEA-sulfosuccinate as an active ingredient, as auxiliary substances : Detergents, flavorings, colouring: brilliant blue (E133) and other excipients.
Approval number
43110 (Swissmedic).
Where can you get Der-med? What packs are available?
You can get Der-med in pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription.
In packs of 150 ml and 500 ml.
Authorization holder
Permamed AG, 4143 Dornach.
This leaflet was last checked by the Medicines Agency (Swissmedic) in November 2018.
