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Papulex^®
PATIENT INFORMATION
LEAFLET

WHAT YOU SHOULD
KNOW ABOUT PAPULEX
GEL

Please read this carefully before you start using Papulex gel.  This leaflet does not contain full information about your medicine.  If you have any questions, or are not sure about anything, ask your pharmacist.

ABOUT PAPULEX
•	Papulex contains 4% w/w Nicotinamide as the active ingredient.
	
•	Papulex also contains citric acid, aluminium magnesium silicate, hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, polyoxyethylene lauryl ether, SD alcohol 40B and water.
	
•	Papulex is presented in a 60g tube.
	
•	Nicotinamide has an anti-inflammatory effect which is helpful in the treatment of acne.  Nicotinamide is not an antibiotic, it is related to niacin, an essential vitamin in our diet (Vitamin B3).
	
•	Papulex is used for the topical treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory acne.  This stage is characterised by the presence of inflamed pimples (papules) and spots containing pus (pustules).

DO NOT USE PAPULEX
•	If you are hypersensitive to any of its ingredients.

BEFORE USING PAPULEX
•	As with all medicines, care should be taken during the first three months of pregnancy.

USING PAPULEX
•	It is important to use Papulex as instructed.

•	Cleanse the affected and surrounding area with soap and warm water.  Dry carefully and apply a thin film of Papulex sufficient to cover the affected area twice daily.
	
•	Keep Papulex away from the eyes and mucous membranes, including those of nose and mouth.
	
•	Papulex is for external use only.
	
•	Because you should use Papulex sparingly and the way it works, it may take some time for improvement in your acne.  Depending on the individual and the severity of their acne, it may be between 2-8 weeks before real benefit is observed.

AFTER USING PAPULEX
•	The most frequently reported side-effect is dryness of the skin.  If excessive dryness, irritation or peeling occurs, reduce the dosage to one application per day or every other day.
	
•	Other less frequent adverse effects include pruritus, erythema, burning sensation and irritation.

STORING YOUR MEDICINE
•	Keep all medicines in a safe place where children cannot reach them.
	
•	Do not use Papulex after the expiry date on the label.
	
•	Keep Papulex below 25°C.

Marketing Authorisation Holder
Euroderma Ltd, The Old Coach House
34 Elm Road, Chessington, Surrey KT9 1AP

Manufacturer
DPT Laboratories Inc., San Antonio, TX 78215 USA

PL 10670/0009 	PA 564/5/1

Leaflet  prepared: 1st February 1995
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