Liquid Paraffin

Information about Liquid Paraffin

Liquid paraffin uses

Liquid Paraffin is used in the treatment of dry Skin. It relieves dry skin conditions such as eczema, ichthyosis and pruritus of the elderly.

How liquid paraffin works

Liquid Paraffin is an emollient (substance that softens or soothes the skin). It works by preventing water loss from the outer layer of skin. This relieves dryness and leaves the skin soft and hydrated.

Common side effects of liquid paraffin

No common side effects seen

Available Medicine for Liquid Paraffin

  • ₹87
    Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹100
    General Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹70 to ₹212
    Medismith Pharma Lab
    2 variant(s)

Frequently asked questions for Liquid Paraffin

Liquid Paraffin

Q. Is Liquid Paraffin good for dry skin?
Yes, Liquid Paraffin helps to moisturize dry skin.

Content on this page was last updated on 18 February, 2020, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)