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Patient Information Leaflet    What is in Terra-Cortril
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Nystatin Cream?
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Each gram of yellow cream contains 30mg oxytetracycline, 10mg hydrocortisone and 100,000 i.units nystatin. It also contains other inactive ingredients: sodium metabisulphite, polysorbate 80. soft white paraffin, liquid paraffin. stearyl alcohol. stearic acid, cetomacrogol 1000, di-sodium hydrogen orthophosphate anhydrous, sodium dihydrogen orthophosphate dihydrate, sodium hydroxide, propyl hydroxybenzoate, methyl hydroxybenzoate, propylene glycol, lavender-citrus fragrance and water.
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Each tube contains 30g of cream.
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What type of medicine is Terra-Cortril
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Oxytetracycline is one of a group of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria and certain other micro-organisms.
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Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid used to reduce inflamed skin which has resulted from allergy, infection or injury.
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Nystatin is an antifungal agent. Nystatin is used to treat infections caused by yeasts and yeast-like fungi, including Candida albicans.
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Product Licence Holder and Manufacturer Pfizer Limited, Sandwich, Kent CT13 9NJ What is Terra-Cortril
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Nystatin Cream for?
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The cream is used for the treatment of
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inflamed skin conditions (such as eczema)
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allergic skin conditions (such as after contact with certain cosmetics, plants or drugs)
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infections of the skin (such as ulcers and infections associated with burns or wounds)
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itching of the vulva, scrotum or anus when a cause has not been identified.
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Before using
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 Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream Does the patient;
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have a cold sore, chickenpox or cowpox?
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have tuberculosis of the skin?
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have an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients of the cream? This may be itching, reddening of the skin or difficulty in breathing.
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have an infection that is septic or producing pus?
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Is the patient;
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pregnant?
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breast-feeding?
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an infant or young child whose permanent teeth are growing?
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If the answer to any of the above questions is YES do not use the cream.
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 Are you going to apply cream to a very large area of skin!
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 Are you going to use a dressing to cover the cream)
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If the answer to either of the above questions is YES ask your doctor or pharmacist before using the cream.
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How to use Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream
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Pierce the tube by reversing the cap and screwing down to break the seal on the tube.
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Clean the affected skin area as thoroughly as possible.
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Gently apply a small amount of cream to the affected area. This may be done two to four times a day. The cream may be applied on a sterile gauze if infection is present.
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Do not stop using the cream too soon after seeing improvement
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Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream is for external use only. Do not use it for eye infections.
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MORE INFORMATION ON TERRA-CORTRIL NSYTATIN CREAM   After using Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream
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Always replace the cap.
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Wash your hands after use.
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What if the cream is accidentally
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swallowed?
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Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream is for external use only. If any cream is accidentally swallowed, tell your doctor immediately, or contact your nearest hospital casualty department.
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Does Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream cause undesirable
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effects?
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Undesirable effects may occur occasionally. The following may be a problem in the area that the cream is used:
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burning
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itching
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dryness
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skin rash or allergic reaction
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acne
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thinning of the skin
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spread or worsening of infection
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swelling of the hair-roots in the skin (folliculitis)
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excessive growth of hair on the skin (hypertrichosis)
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white patches on the skin (hypopigmentation)
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These effects should disappear if you stop using Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream. If the discomfort continues tell your doctor or pharmacist Check with your doctor or pharmacist immediately if any of the following occur:
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wheeziness, difficulty breathing or tightness in the chest
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swelling of eyelids, face or lips
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skin lumps or itchy red spots
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If the patient becomes unwell or has any discomfort whilst using the cream, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
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Look after
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your medicine This treatment is for THE PATIENT ONLY Do not give it to others. It may not suit the
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Do not use Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream after the date stamped on the pack.
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Where to keep your medicine
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Store at room temperature (below 25°C) in a dry place.
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Keep all medicines out of the reach of children
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Further information
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This leaflet does not contain all the information about this medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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The information in this leaflet is about Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream only
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Date Terra-Cortril Nystatin Cream leaflet Republic of Ireland/United Kingdom last revised - December 1994 &copy; Pfizer Limited 1995 <FIGURE></FIGURE>
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