Anthisan Cream 25g

Anthisan Cream 25g

£5.35
£0.21 per 1 g
Save: £1.35
RRP: £6.70

Anthisan Cream 25g is your essential first aid solution for soothing the discomfort of insect bites, stings, nettle rash, and minor sunburn. This fast-acting antihistamine cream helps to quickly alleviate pain, itching, and inflammation, providing targeted relief when you need it most.

Description

Formulated with 2% w/w Mepyramine Maleate, Anthisan Cream 25g works as a topical antihistamine to block the body's natural histamine response, which is responsible for the itching and swelling associated with allergic skin reactions. By applying it directly to the affected area, you can experience rapid relief.

Key Benefits of Anthisan Cream 25g

  • Rapid Relief: Quickly alleviates pain, itching, and inflammation from a variety of common skin irritations.
  • Targeted Action: Specifically formulated to counter the effects of insect bites (including mosquitoes, midges, and horseflies), bee and wasp stings, and nettle rash.
  • Soothes Mild Burns: Effective in calming the skin after mild burns and scalds, as well as sunburn.
  • Family Friendly: Suitable for use by adults and children over 2 years of age.
  • Trusted Formula: Contains Mepyramine Maleate, a well-known active ingredient for topical allergy relief.

For optimal results, apply Anthisan Cream 25g as soon as possible after experiencing a bite, sting, or rash. Keep this convenient 25g tube handy in your home first aid kit or travel bag, ensuring you're always prepared for unexpected skin irritations. You can find more First Aid essentials at Weldricks Pharmacy.

FAQ

What is Anthisan Cream 25g used for?

Anthisan Cream 25g is used to relieve the pain, itching, and inflammation caused by insect bites, stings, nettle rash, and mild burns including sunburn.

How quickly does Anthisan Cream 25g work?

Anthisan Cream 25g is designed for rapid relief. For best results, it should be applied as soon as possible after the bite, sting, or exposure to nettles/sun.

Can children use Anthisan Cream 25g?

Yes, Anthisan Cream 25g is suitable for adults and children aged 2 years and over. Always ensure to read the directions for use carefully before applying to children.

How does Anthisan Cream 25g help with itching?

Anthisan Cream 25g contains Mepyramine Maleate, which is an antihistamine. It works by blocking histamine, a natural substance released by the body during an allergic reaction, thereby reducing itching, pain, and inflammation.

What should I do if my skin reacts to Anthisan Cream 25g?

If you experience any skin sensitivity or signs of an allergic reaction (like increased redness, swelling, or itching in the treated area), you should stop using Anthisan Cream 25g immediately and consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Directions

Adults, Elderly and Children over 2 years of age:

  • Apply Anthisan Cream 25g directly to the affected areas of skin two to three times a day for up to three days.
  • For best results, use as soon as possible after the bite or sting.
  • Do not apply the cream on eczema or extensively broken skin.
  • Repeated use of the cream for periods longer than a few days is not recommended.
  • If your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 3 days, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
  • If you feel the effect of your medicine is too weak or too strong, do not change the dose yourself, but ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Important Note: Always read the product packaging and patient information leaflet carefully before use. Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.

Patient Information Leaflet
Warnings

Important Warnings and Precautions

Do not use Anthisan Cream 25g if:

  • You are allergic (hypersensitive) to mepyramine maleate or any of the other ingredients of Anthisan Cream 25g. Signs of an allergic reaction include a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat, or tongue.
  • You have eczema or extensively broken skin.

Discontinue use and consult a doctor or pharmacist if:

  • Skin sensitivity occurs.
  • Symptoms worsen or do not improve after 3 days of use.
  • You experience an allergic reaction, including increased skin redness, swelling, and itching in the treated area.

Other important warnings:

  • Anthisan Cream 25g contains ceto-stearyl alcohol and castor oil. These may cause local skin reactions (such as contact dermatitis: skin redness, swelling, itching, pain, or burning sensation).
  • It also contains methyl hydroxybenzoate, which may cause an allergic reaction, possibly delayed.
  • If you use more Anthisan Cream 25g than you should, or if it is accidentally swallowed (especially by young children), seek immediate medical attention. Take the medicine pack with you. The following effects may happen: loss of consciousness and fits (seizures).
  • You may feel drowsy or sleepy while using this medicine. If this happens, do not drive or use any tools or machines.
  • If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse for advice before using this medicine.
Ingredients

Each 1g of Anthisan Cream contains 20mg of the active substance, mepyramine maleate (2% w/w).

Other ingredients include:

  • Ceto-stearyl alcohol
  • Polyethylene glycol 600 monostearate
  • Castor oil
  • Methyl hydroxybenzoate
  • Foin coupe (fragrance)
  • Silicone antifoam
  • Purified water
Product Information Leaflet

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