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Ointments are petroleum based - thus the slightly greasy feeling. Creams are water based. As for which is appropriate for usage - I go by this rule. Creams tend to dry out the area on which they are used (which are great for things like acne, etc). Ointments will hydrate the skin more - so if the skin is dry to begin with (not oily), then ointment is your best bet. You should be able to get both the ointment and cream in the same strength (% solution). Hope this helps.
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How do Pastes differ from ointments?
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When traveling do creams and pastes count as liquids?
no.
Are pastes and creams allowed in carry on luggage?
yes
Common Treatment Options For Psoriasis?
Psoriasis treatment varies, but it is most commonly treated with topical creams, lotions, shampoos and ointments that are applied directly on the skin or scalp. Cortisone creams, lotions and ointments are the most often prescribed. Other creams, lotions or ointments that contain coal tar may be used. Creams containing salicylic acid are used to remove scales which often occur with this skin disease. Medications that contain vitamin A or D are also used to treat psoriasis. For the best treatment option, it is recommended that a doctor be consulted.
When is moist healing not recommended in wounds?
Medical professionals recommend that you do not apply greasy ointments, creams, ect, to burns.
What is the neomycin sulfate?
Neomycin sulphate is the antibiotic that is found in many of the topical medications like the eyedrops,ointments and creams.
What is the difference between ointment and cream?
Creams are an O/W (oil in water) emulsion. Creams contain a small amount of oil dispersed in water. Most creams are "vanishing." They do not show once applied and are more cosmetically acceptable to most patients. Ointments are an W/O (water in oil) emulsion. Ointments are considered semisolid. Examples of bases used in ointments are: OLEAGINOUS or greasy based made from hydrocarbons such as in mineral oil or petroleum jelly. Other examples of W/O emulsions are lanolin or cold cream
How are antihemorrhoid drugs sold?
Antihemorrhoid drugs are available as creams, ointments and suppositories. Most can be bought without a physician's prescription.
What is a triple roller mill?
Triple Roller Mill is used to grind the pharmaceutical and other ingredients for the preparation of ointments, dough, salves, pastes, paints, printer's ink and similar products.
Are over the counter yeast infection medications ok if you are pregnant?
Stick with the creams and topical ointments like Mycelex and Nystatin. Avoid oral medications.
Do cortisone shots cause itching?
Creams or ointments containing cortisone may help control itching from insect bites, contact dermatitis, or eczema.
How can people with Hypothyroidism do to their dry-skin problem?
Getting the thyroid level within normal range will help but if you are looking for a product to help prevent moisture loss...Ointments are more occlusive than Creams and Lotions. The problem with ointments is that they can be extremely oily.
