Pharmacy Guide
Patient leaflets and SmPCs, drug interaction checker, official dosages and NHS pharmacy opening hours — all in one place.
Pharmacy Guide
Patient leaflets and SmPCs, drug interaction checker, official dosages and NHS pharmacy opening hours — all in one place.
Lipobase Cream
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing No active ingredients may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
What it is and what it is used for
for Lipobase is an emollient cream which is indicated for the treatment of dry, sensitive and dehydrated skin in adults and children. You may also use it against skin irritations caused by water or detergents and for maintaining improvement. You can use Lipobase alternately with creams or ointments containing corticosteroids. How Lipobase works Lipobase enhances the hydration of the outer layer of the skin (epidermis), reduces dryness, prevents scaling and protects the skin from harm. The cream is an oil-in-water emulsion with a high lipid content (70%). It does not contain perfume. The components of the cream are selected to minimise the risk of allergy.
What you need to know before you take it
e Lipobase Do not use Lipobase: if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6). Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before using Lipobase. Lipobase contains paraffin. Do not smoke or go near naked flames – risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding You may use Lipobase if you are pregnant or if you breast-feed. Lipobase contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate and cetostearyl alcohol Lipobase contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed). Lipobase also contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
How to take it
Lipobase Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse has told you. Check with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are not sure. Apply a thin layer of cream to the skin one to three times per day, or more often if necessary. You may apply Lipobase to your face. It does not stain your clothing and can be easily washed off with water. You can use the cream more often on places where the cream is likely to be removed by washing or rubbing. The duration of treatment depends on the condition of the skin. There is no maximum duration. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. 4. Possible side effects Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Lipobase may cause allergic reactions of the skin. Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible
Possible side effects
not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to store it
Lipobase Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the tube and carton, after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not store above 25°C (which is normal room temperature). Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
Contents of the pack and other information
What Lipobase contains Lipobase contains cetostearyl alcohol, macrogol cetostearyl ether, white soft paraffin, light liquid paraffin, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, sodium citrate, citric acid and purified water. What Lipobase looks like and contents of the pack Lipobase is a white cream and is available in aluminium tubes containing 50 g cream. Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer Marketing authorisation holder: Karo Pharma AB, Box 16184, 103 24 Stockholm, Sweden [email protected]
Manufacturer: Temmler Italia S.r.l., Via Delle Industrie 2, 20061, Carugate (MI), Italy This leaflet was last revised in July 2019.
Frequently asked questions about Lipobase Cream
How do I take Lipobase Cream?
Lipobase Cream comes as cream. Always follow the dose your doctor or pharmacist has given you, and read the leaflet that comes with the medicine.
What is the active substance in Lipobase Cream?
The active substance in Lipobase Cream is no active ingredients.
Are there equivalent medicines to Lipobase Cream?
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Unguentum M Cream. They are interchangeable only if your prescriber or pharmacist says so.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Lipobase Cream, as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Lipobase Cream without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: no active ingredients
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
⚕For healthcare professionals — Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC)Full SmPC: dosage, interactions, contraindications, warnings+
4.1. Therapeutic indications
Lipobase is indicated in adults and children. For use where it is desired by the physician to reduce gradually the topical dosage of Locoid Lipocream. It may also be used where a continuously alternating application of the active product and the base is required e.g. in prophylactic therapy. Application of the Lipobase is also recommended where it is felt by the physician that the use of a bland emollient base is preferable to the cessation of therapy with the active product. Lipobase may also be used as a diluent for the active product in those cases where dilution is regarded as necessary by the prescriber. Lipobase may also be used other than in conjunction with a topical corticosteroid for its emollient action, and for the treatment of mild skin lesions such as pruritus or dry, scaly skin, where topical corticosteroid is not warranted.
4.2. Posology and method of administration
For adults, children and older people: Lipobase may be used either by replacing an application of the active product or alternating the application of the active product and the base, gradually diminishing the application of the active product until therapy ceases, or by the application of the product for its emollient action.
4.3. Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any of the excipients listed in section 6.1.
4.4. Special warnings and precautions for use
A small number of people may be hypersensitive (allergic) to the constituents of Lipobase.
Cetostearyl alcohol may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).
Methyl parahydroxybenzoate may cause allergic skin reactions (possibly delayed).
Lipobase contains paraffin. Instruct patients not to smoke or go near naked flames - risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.
4.5. Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
No interaction studies have been performed.
4.6. Fertility, pregnancy and lactation
Lipobase can be used during pregnancy or if you are breast-feeding.
4.7. Effects on ability to drive and use machines
None stated.
4.8. Undesirable effects
None stated.
4.9. Overdose
None stated.
💬 Ask about this leaflet
Ask anything about Lipobase Cream. The assistant answers only from this leaflet — if the leaflet does not cover it, it will say so. It does not give medical advice.
Answers come from the patient leaflet published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). They are not medical advice. Ask a pharmacist or your GP if you are unsure. For urgent help call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.