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Daily OTC Pearl: DerMend

DerMend treats or prevents dry, rough, scaly, and itchy skin, as well as minor skin irritations.

OTC/Lifestyle Pearl of the Day: DerMend

Indication: DerMend is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations, such as diaper rash and skin burns from radiation therapy.

Insight:

  • Active ingredients include purified water, propanediol, glycolic acid, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymers, saccharide isomerate, propylene glycol, caprylic/capric triglyceride, and glycerin.
  • If using this product to help treat diaper rash, clean the diaper area well before use and allow the area to dry before applying the product.
  • Apply to the skin only.
  • Avoid sensitive areas such as the eyes, inside the mouth/nose, and the vaginal/groin area.
  • Most emollients can be used safely and effectively with no adverse effects; however, burning, stinging, redness, or irritation may occur.

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