QV Cream: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

QV Cream is a rich, moisturising cream containing glycerol, light liquid paraffin, and white soft paraffin. It is designed to replenish and support sensitive and very dry skin, including skin affected by eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis. It is gentle enough for everyday use by the whole family, from infants to the elderly.

What is QV Cream

QV Cream is a topical emollient and moisturizing skin protectant. It is a rich, moisturising cream made to replenish and support sensitive and very dry skin. It is suitable for dry to very dry skin and for use with eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis, and is gentle enough for everyday use by the whole family, from infants to the elderly.

QV Cream uses

• Treatment of dry skin, scaly skin, winter itch, ichthyosis, xerosis, dermatitis and other dry dermatological conditions
• Relief of symptoms of atopic eczema and psoriasis

Benefits of QV Cream

• Helps moisturize very dry, rough, and itchy skin.
• Helps prevent moisture loss by forming a protective barrier on the skin.
• Leaves the skin feeling soft, smooth, and supple.
• Can help relieve flaking and itchiness caused by dry skin conditions.
• Is suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin.
• Contains moisturizing ingredients such as glycerin, liquid paraffin, petrolatum, and squalane to support skin hydration.

How QV Cream works

The cream contains ingredients that help draw and hold moisture in the skin, soften the skin's surface, and help protect and smooth it.

QV Cream dosage

Apply liberally after every bath or shower or as often as your skin requires. If using a pump pack, several pumps may be needed to start the product dispensing. Avoid contact with the eyes. For external use only.

Available forms and strengths

• Cream

Side effects of QV Cream

Common

• Mild skin irritation
• Temporary redness
• Itching or stinging
• Mild rash or sensitivity

Serious

• Severe or persistent skin irritation
• Significant rash, swelling, or blistering
• Severe allergic reaction
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Difficulty breathing

Warnings and precautions

• Do not use if you are allergic or sensitive to any ingredient in the cream.
• For external use only.
• Avoid contact with the eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs.
• Stop using it if you develop persistent redness, burning, itching, or irritation.
• QV Cream is generally suitable for sensitive, very dry skin and can be used with eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.

Storage

• Store below 30°C (86°F) or as directed on the product label.
• Keep in a cool, dry place away from excessive heat.
• Protect from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
• Keep the tube or container tightly closed after each use.
• Do not freeze and avoid storing in very hot or humid areas.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.

When to see a doctor

• Seek medical advice if your skin condition worsens, becomes infected, or does not improve, or if you develop severe redness, swelling, blistering, or persistent irritation.
• Get urgent medical help if you develop signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Alternatives

• Aveeno Cream
• Diprobase Cream
• E45 Cream
• Cetraben Cream
• Doublebase Gel