Adex Gel

Adex Gel is a highly moisturising and protective emollient gel with an ancillary anti‑inflammatory medicinal substance for the treatment and routine management of dry and inflamed skin conditions such as mild to moderate atopic dermatitis, various forms of eczema, contact dermatitis and psoriasis.

Adex Gel is a highly moisturising and protective treatment for dry skin. Its emollient properties are derived from a high oil content and from the inclusion of glycerol, as a humectant. The added extra anti‑inflammatory action is provided by nicotinamide, a medicinal substance which is a form of vitamin B3, which has been shown to exhibit noticeable anti‑inflammatory action. Humectants, such as glycerol or urea, are strongly hydrophilic which means that they draw and hold moisture in the stratum corneum from the dermis, reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL).

• Apply three times a day or as often as needed, for generalised all-over application to the skin.

• For best results, use a few gentle strokes to smooth the gel across the skin in the same direction as hair growth (like stroking a cat or dog). If necessary, allow time for any excess to soak in. Do not rub the skin vigorously.

• It can be used alone or in addition to other topical treatments such as steroid creams. If using with other product, then we would advise to leave applying products at least 30minutes apart to prevent diluting the product.

• It is safe to use long term. If there is no improvement within 2 to 4 weeks, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

•        Adex Gel can only be used from the age of 1 year.

•        Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

•        For external use only- do not swallow and keep away from eyes.

•        Do not smoke or go near naked flames – risk of severe burns.

•        Do not use the product if you are allergic (hypersensitive) or suspect allergy to any of the ingredients contained within it.

Vitamin B derivative requirements, such as nicotinamide (as found in Adex Gel), are increased during pregnancy and infancy. However, safety trials have not been conducted during pregnancy and while breast-feeding. With prolonged use over significant areas, it may be possible to exceed the recommended levels of nicotinamide during pregnancy. Therefore, caution should be exercised, particularly in the first three months of pregnancy. If you are uncertain, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this product.

Ingredients: Carbomer, glycerol, isopropyl myristate, liquid paraffin, nicotinamide, phenoxyethanol, sorbitan laurate, trolamine and purified water.

Most people who use this product will have no side effects. Do not use this product if you are allergic or suspect allergy to any of the ingredients. If you do experience and suspected side-effects e.g., a rash or irritation, then stop using and seek medical advice.

There are many other Eczema treatments available which are listed in our Eczema guide. If you need help choosing, then start a quick questionnaire-based consultation or book in for a friendly telephone or video consultation with one of our dermatology pharmacists.