Angela was great – her delivery was tailored to the staff in the room (e.g. area of work, job role and discussed the products on our formulary). The content was appropriate and very useful and all staff commented on how it will benefit them in practice – they have a better awareness of which products to use when and were already discussing plans on how to relay this information to their colleagues. I feel patient care will definitely improve as a result of staff receiving this training. Reapplication is recommended twice a day, if using adhesive dressings or devices then after each dressing or device change. Eucerin ®UreaRepair Plus lotion can be used if lotion required however it has been registered as ‘cosmetic’ rather than as medicines which means that it is notavailable on prescription. First line - Balneum ® Plus Cream (100g tube) - also contains lauromacrogols. Use only if emollient alone has not helped itching.

Total barrier protection strategy with Medi Derma-S Barrier Creamwhich protects broken and unbroken skin. Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream restores skin hydration and maintains the skin integrity. First choice - Dermol ® 500 Lotion (less greasy than Dermol ® cream). Recommended for aditional use as soap substitute. Total barrier protection strategy with Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream which protects broken and unbroken skin. It restores skin hydration and maintains the skin integrity.

They are not substitute for adequate nursing care and it is doubtful if they are any more effective than the traditional compound zinc ointments

Medicareplus International held sessions for Nursing staff and for Health Care Assistance on Medi Derma-S Barrier cream and treatment for MASD. The role of applying barrier cream was taken away from HCAS however under new MFT guidance this is due to be reinstated. The face-to-face tuition and support provided for these products has meant that HCAS are now deemed equipped to use these creams in practice which has a huge and positive impact on the CEC service and all patients and staff involved. Use in confirmed staphylococcal infection e.g. recurrent folliculitis and impetiginised eczema as per Notts Emollient Formulary. Personally, I have only used the Medi Derma-S barrier cream to date and have found this to be an excellent product. My colleagues have used the Medi Derma- PRO Foam and Spray Incontinence Cleanser which have also been very effective.The support and training Kerry has given to Barnsley over the past 12 months have allowed better formulary compliance and improved care for patients in all settings. I really enjoy working with Kerry, we have organized several amazing events in an area highlighted for improvement. Always an excellent response and Kerry’s organisational and motivational skills are an inspiration. Many times Medi-Derm (methyl salicylate, menthol, and capsaicin cream and ointment) is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor.

We will continue this joint working approach to ensure formulary compliance and pathway adherence. Assisting care homes district nurse, acute trust, clinical pharmacists and practices in the pathway and correct procedure."

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They are useful on the skin around stomas, bedsores, and pressure areas in the elderly where the skin is intact First line options are Epimax ointment, Zeroderm ® emulsifying ointment and Liquid & white soft paraffin ointment (Fifty:50). We have been working collaboratively with Medicareplus International to ensure Medi Derma pathway and formulary compliance for our local community. Proving events to promote compliance and patient centred care. doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Does not impede the adhesion of dressings, pouches or adhesive devices and prevents and reduces trauma and related pain (2)