Which Emollient

[Nuff1]

OH still has some residual itchy patches on shins (off pred for over a year) and we're wondering if anyone has any comments re these creams - Doublebase, Diprobase or Cetraben

[Kendrew]

I've only used Doublebase out of the 3 creams you've mentioned but although I know it works really well for some people, I found it a little greasy and it never really felt like it had absorbed properly into my skin. That's just my own personal feeling and doesn't in any way suggest that it's not a very effective product for others.

I like Dermal500...it can be used both as a soap substitute and a moisturiser and worked very well for me when I experienced a very bad case of Urticaria with itchy, angry hives all over my body. It soothed the itching rather than causing further itching after it had been applied.

I still use Dermal500 as my soap in the bath or shower and now moisturise with CeraVe cream. A lovely gentle cream that nourishes, moisturises and protects the skin.

All the creams you've mentioned appear to work well at moisturising and protecting the skin so maybe take a look at the cost.

Sorry I can't help more but I'm sure there'll be others along too to advise you further.

[PMRpro Ambassador]

Loads of people on the forums swear by Doublebase and Diprobase - sometimes if you are lucky you can get the GP to prescribe it. Not familiar with Cetraben

It's important to use these products properly - after a shower while your skin is still damp.

[piglette]

I am prescribed Cetraben. I find it pretty good.

[Janstr]

Are the itchy patches caused by the pred?

[jayemmemm]

I use BP Aqueous Cream as used in hospitals for leg massage etc. It is cheap but very effective. Best wishes.

[Broseley]

I ditto Kendrew's comments. I also use Dermol 500 in the shower and Double base gel afterwards. Happy with both.

[NanJean]

I'm not familiar with the products mentioned and I'm in the US. I've had eczema on my shins that responded very well to urea cream. It was expensive and prescription. Now, I have extremely dry lower legs from some degree of venous stasis. So, my skin gets flaky even after a shower. The dermatology nurse practitioner recommended Eucerin Advanced Repair Cream which has urea in it. It works well.