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QV Flare Up Bath Oil TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: benzalkonium chloride + light liquid paraffin + triclosan

Brand name

(ARTG)

: QV FLARE UP BATH OIL solution bottle

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Emollient, adjunctive treatment of recurrent eczema in which secondary S. aureus infection is a major and frequent problem.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Solution
  • Topical
  • Clear colourless to yellow liquid

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.

  • 20 mL pack
  • 200 mL pack
  • 250 mL pack
  • 500 mL pack

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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