Dermatology Handbook
For UK audiences

The essential guide to product selection

Products

Fenistil Cold Sore Cream
Omega Pharma

Fenistil Cold Sore Cream

Fenistil contains penciclovir, which has demonstrable in vivo and in vitro activity against herpes simplex viruses (types 1 and 2) and varicella zoster virus. In virus-infected cells penciclovir is rapidly and efficiently converted into a triphosphate (mediated via virus-induced thymidine kinase)
Fifty-50
Ennogen

Fifty-50

An emollient containing white soft paraffin and liquid paraffin, to help the skin retain more moisture
Finacea
LEO Pharma

Finacea

Finacea contains azelaic acid, an antimicrobial that has a direct effect on follicular hyperkeratosis as a therapy for acne
Finn Chambers
Bio-Diagnostics

Finn Chambers

Finn Chamber is a patch test device that provides good occlusion because of the chamber design. The 8mm inner diameter provides a 50mm² area and about 20µl volume. Finn Chambers are available mounted on Scanpor tape, Actavis Norway AS, Norgesplaster, with protective paper backing that is easily peeled away. The chambers are made of aluminium. Polypropylene coated chambers (8, 12, 18mm) and 12mm aluminium chambers are available for special purposes.

Finn Chambers Aqua
Bio-Diagnostics

Finn Chambers Aqua

Patch test chamber used in epicutaneous testing, suitable for both petrolatum-based and liquid allergens. Its water-resistant adhesive provides reliable fixation during wear, supporting consistent test conditions until reading.

Flexitol 10% Urea Cream
Thornton & Ross

Flexitol 10% Urea Cream

Flexitol 10% Urea Cream contains 10% urea in a blend of emollients and skin conditioning agents to provide moisturisation and hydration
Flexitol 25% Urea Heel Balm
Thornton & Ross

Flexitol 25% Urea Heel Balm

Contains 25% urea, as well as other skin nourishing ingredients to deeply penetrate into the skin for intense moisturisation and hydration. It is suitable for general and diabetic foot care.
Flexitol Hand Balm
Thornton & Ross

Flexitol Hand Balm

Provides long-lasting moisturisation and rapid hydration for the relief of very dry hands. The highly effective, non-greasy formulation easily absorbs to improve skin hydration. Suitable for daily use. Apply morning and night for best results.
Flexitol Hard Skin & Callus Balm
Thornton & Ross

Flexitol Hard Skin & Callus Balm

An intensely softening balm that has been formulated to hydrate and remove hard skin build up without the need for filling. It contains 22% urea and a blend of exfoliating acids which penetrate and exfoliate hard or callused skin without harming the skin underneath. It works to restore moisturising ingredients to the skin, promoting the appearance of healthy looking skin and softer feet within 3 days.
Flexitol Intensely Nourishing Foot Cream
Thornton & Ross

Flexitol Intensely Nourishing Foot Cream

Flexitol Intensely Nourishing Foot Cream is enriched with Vitamin E, and contains 10% Urea, in a rich and highly concentrated base, which leaves skin feeling soft and hydrated. This gentle, rapidly absorbed formula is suitable for use by those prone to very dry feet and legs.