Normlshield: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Dry, flaky or scaly skin causes a lot of discomfort and greatly affects the appearance of the patient. Therefore, the need to use moisturizing products is extremely necessary, including Normlshield. So what does Normlshield do?

1. What is the effect of Normlshield?

What is the effect of Normlshield? Normlshield is used as a skin moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy and irritated skin (rashes caused by diaper rash or skin burns from radiation therapy). . Ingredients in Normlshield include:
Emollients that soften and moisturize the skin, while helping to reduce itching and flaking. Dry skin occurs when there is a loss of water in the surface layer of the skin. Emollients/moisturizers work by forming an oil layer on the skin's surface to increase water retention in the skin. Petrolatum, lanolin, mineral oil, dimethicone... are widely used emollients today; Humectants including glycerin, lecithin and propylene glycol work to draw water into the outermost layer of the skin; Many products also contain ingredients that soften the keratin, which helps bind surface skin cells together: urea, alpha hydroxy acid, lactic acid, citric or glycolic acid, and allantoin. Thereby helping dead skin cells slough off, retain more water, leaving skin smoother and softer.

2. How to use Normlshield

Use Normlshield as directed on the product packaging. Some moisturizers often require shaking the bottle well before use, so check the packaging to see if the bottle of Normlshield should be shaken well before use.
Apply Normlshield to affected areas of skin as needed or as directed on the package or by your doctor. The frequency of application will depend on the patient's skin condition. For the treatment of dry hands, users may need to use Normlshield every time they wash their hands and keep applying it throughout the day.
Before using Normlshield to support the treatment of diaper rash, the user needs to clean the diaper area clean and dry. If using Normlshield products to treat skin burns caused by radiation therapy, check with your healthcare provider to see if the label can be applied prior to radiation therapy.
Follow all directions on the package for the correct use of Normlshield. Normlshield is a product for external use, so patients should avoid sensitive areas such as eyes, mouth, nose and vaginal/inguinal skin. Check the information on the package for areas or skin types where Normlshield should not be applied (such as the face, open wounds/irritation/abrasion, or newly shaved skin).
Use Normlshield regularly to get the most benefit. Most moisturizers need water to work properly, so apply Normlshield after showering, while skin is still damp. For very dry skin, the doctor may instruct the patient to soak the area to be applied before using Normlshield. Prolonged bathing, hot showers, or frequent showers can worsen dry skin.
If the skin condition persists, gets worse or if the person thinks a serious medical problem may have occurred, consult a doctor or get medical help right away.

3. Normlshield . side effects

Most moisturizers, including Normlshield can be used safely and effectively with no side effects, however local reactions such as burning, stinging, rash or irritation may occur. may happen. If any of the unusual symptoms of Normlshield persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
If your doctor has prescribed Normlshield to a patient, remember that he or she has judged that the benefits outweigh the risk of side effects.
Undesirable, but rare, serious side effects of Normlshield may occur:
Unusual changes in the skin (such as skin turning white/soft/soggy from excessive wetness); Signs of skin infection. The above is not a complete list of the possible side effects of Normlshield. If patients notice other effects of Normlshield not listed above, contact their doctor or pharmacist.

4. Notes when using Normlshield

Before using Normlshield, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have a history of being allergic to any of the ingredients in the product or if you have any other allergies. Health problems that need to be consulted with your doctor or pharmacist before using Normlshield include: cuts, infections, sores on the skin.
Some ingredients (e.g. preservatives, fragrance) may cause users to become more sensitive to the sun. Your doctor/pharmacist may recommend that people taking Normlshield limit sun exposure, avoid sunlamps, use sunscreen, and wear protective clothing when outdoors. There have been no reports of Normlshield passing into breast milk, so consult your doctor before using Normlshield in a nursing mother, especially while applying this product to the breast area.
If your doctor has instructed you to use Normlshield or any prescription product on your skin, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist about all herbal products, prescription and non-prescription medicines. that the patient is or may use.
Some ways to prevent dry skin besides using Normlshield include using lukewarm (not hot) water in the shower, showering less often (e.g. once every 1-2 days), bathing for a short period of time. shorter periods and use a humidifier when the air is very dry.
If the patient is taking Normlshield as scheduled but misses a dose, then use it as soon as he remembers. Do not take more Normlshield on your own or take it more often than directed by your doctor.
Do not store the Styrofoam container containing Normlshield medicine near a place with high temperature (more than 49 degrees Celsius), and you also do not store or use the box near when placed near an open flame, do not puncture or burn the medicine container. Do not flush Normlshield down the toilet or empty it into the drain unless instructed to properly dispose of the Normlshield product when it has expired or is no longer needed.

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Reference source: webmd.com