Diprobase 50g Ointment GSL x1

Diprobase© is a GSL (General Sales Line) and is a staple in the Nurse Formulary.  

It doesn't require a prescription or pharmacist's authorisation to obtain and is considered the market leader in relief treatment for skin conditions such as eczema and dry skin.

Diprobase Cream 

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. It also contains cetomacrogol and cetostearyl alcohol as emulsifying agents, chlorocresol as an antimicrobial preservative, phosphoric acid, and sodium dihydrogen phosphate. It works by providing a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface.

• Suitable for mild to moderate eczema
• Use as a soap substitute for cleansing and moisturising
• Recommended for day-time use

Diprobase Ointment

Diprobase ointment doesn't contain any active ingredients as such. It is a mixture of liquid paraffin and white soft paraffin that produces a greasy moisturiser. It works by providing a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface. 

• Suitable for moderate to severe eczema and use during flare-ups
• Ointments provide long-lasting hydration
• Recommended for night-time use
• Safety notice: contains paraffin which is flammable 

Diprobase Lotion

Diprobase Lotion doesn't contain any active ingredients as such. It is a lighter version of the cream and can be used any time of day to provide immediate cooling relief.

• Suitable for mild eczema and continued use to help prevent flare-ups
• Easy to apply and rapidly absorbed
• Recommended for use anytime