NEOMERCUROCROMO

Package leaflet: Information for the user

NEOMERCUROCROMO cutaneous solution

Eosin / Chloroxylenol / Propylene glycol
Please read all of this leaflet carefully before using this medicine because it contains important information for you.
Use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has instructed you.

• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• If you need more information or advice, consult your pharmacist.
• If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in this leaflet, please contact your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
• Consult your doctor if you do not notice improvement or if you notice worsening of symptoms after a few days.

Contents of this leaflet:

1. What NEOMERCUROCROMO is and what it is used for
2. What you need to know before using NEOMERCUROCROMO
3. How to use NEOMERCUROCROMO
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store NEOMERCUROCROMO
6. Contents of the pack and other information

1. What NEOMERCUROCROMO is and what it is used for

NEOMERCUROCROMO is a product containing eosin, chloroxylenol, and propylene glycol, used for local antiseptic treatment of superficial wounds, abrasions, mild and limited superficial burns (first-degree burns), and mild pressure ulcers (i.e. those affecting only the most superficial layer of the skin).
Consult a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after a few days.

2. What you need to know before using NEOMERCUROCROMO

Do not use NEOMERCUROCROMO

• if you are allergic to the active substances or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).

Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Neomercurocromo.

• Do not use for prolonged treatments; if after a short period of treatment no noticeable improvement occurs, consult your doctor. Use, especially if prolonged, of topical (local) products may lead to sensitization phenomena (excessive reaction of the body to foreign substances it has come into contact with). In such cases, discontinue treatment and consult your doctor to start appropriate therapy.
• This product is for external use only.
• Accidental ingestion or inhalation of some disinfectants can have serious, sometimes fatal, consequences. In case of accidental ingestion, consult a doctor immediately.
• Avoid contact with eyes. Neomercurocromo may leave stains on clothing that are difficult to remove.

Other medicines and NEOMERCUROCROMO
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.
Avoid simultaneous use of other disinfectants and detergents.

NEOMERCUROCROMO with food, drinks and alcohol
No interactions are known.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, are planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
This medicine can be used during pregnancy. If you have any doubts, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using the medicine.

Driving and using machines
No interference expected.

The NEOMERCUROCROMO container contains latex rubber
The container of this medicine contains latex rubber. It may cause severe allergic reactions.

3. How to use NEOMERCUROCROMO

Use this medicine exactly as stated in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Apply 1–2 drops of the cutaneous solution to the affected area once or twice daily; if necessary, cover with a suitable sterile dry dressing.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody will experience them.
In some cases, burning or irritation (intolerance) may occur, which is otherwise harmless and does not require treatment adjustment. With repeated applications or following occlusive bandaging that prevents transpiration of the treated area, skin inflammation (eczematous reactions) may occur. Use of this medicine may cause sensitivity to sunlight and UV rays (photosensitization).
Following the instructions contained in this leaflet reduces the risk of side effects.
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effect, including those not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
You may also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at the following website: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazioni-reazioni-avverse
By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. How to store NEOMERCUROCROMO

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
This medicine does not require any special storage conditions. Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from heat sources.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging after “Expiry”.
The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not dispose of any medicine via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer in use. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and other information

What NEOMERCUROCROMO contains

• The active substances in 100 ml of cutaneous solution are: Eosin 2.0 g; Chloroxylenol 0.3 g; Propylene glycol 30.0 g.
• The other components are: 95° ethanol; edetate sodium; acetic acid; purified water.

Description of the appearance of NEOMERCUROCROMO and the contents of the pack
NEOMERCUROCROMO is a cutaneous solution supplied in a 50 ml glass bottle with a dropper.
The medicine is also available in a pack containing 2 plastic dropper bottles of 10 ml each with nozzle caps.
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
Laboratorio Farmaceutico SIT Srl – Via Cavour, 70 – 27035 Mede (PV)

Package leaflet: information for the user

NEOMERCUROCROMO cutaneous solution

Eosin / Chloroxylenol / Propylene glycol
Please read this leaflet carefully before using this medicine because it contains important information for you.
Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has instructed you.

• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• If you need more information or advice, consult your pharmacist.
• If any adverse reactions occur, including those not listed in this leaflet, consult your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
• Consult your doctor if you do not notice any improvement or if you notice worsening of symptoms after a few days.

Contents of this leaflet:

1. What NEOMERCUROCROMO is and what it is used for
2. What you need to know before using NEOMERCUROCROMO
3. How to use NEOMERCUROCROMO
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store NEOMERCUROCROMO
6. Package contents and other information

1. What NEOMERCUROCROMO is and what it is used for

NEOMERCUROCROMO is a product containing eosin, chloroxylenol, and propylene glycol, used for the local disinfectant treatment of superficial wounds, abrasions, superficial and limited burns (first-degree burns), and mild pressure ulcers (i.e. those affecting only the most superficial layer of the skin).
Consult your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after a few days.

2. What you need to know before using NEOMERCUROCROMO

Do not use NEOMERCUROCROMO

• if you are allergic to the active substances or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).

Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Neomercurocromo.

• Do not use for prolonged treatments; if there is no noticeable improvement after a short period of treatment, consult your doctor. The use, especially if prolonged, of topical (local) medicinal products may lead to sensitization phenomena (excessive reaction of the body to foreign substances it has come into contact with). In such cases, discontinue treatment and consult your doctor to start appropriate therapy.
• This product is for external use only.
• Accidental ingestion or inhalation of some disinfectants may lead to serious, sometimes fatal, consequences. In case of accidental ingestion, consult a doctor immediately.
• Avoid contact with eyes. May leave stains on clothing that are difficult to remove.

Other medicines and NEOMERCUROCROMO
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.
Avoid simultaneous use of other disinfectants and detergents.

NEOMERCUROCROMO with food, drinks and alcohol
No interactions are known.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.
This medicine can be used during pregnancy. If you have any doubts, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using the medicine.

Driving and using machines
No interference.

3. How to use NEOMERCUROCROMO

Use this medicine exactly as stated in this leaflet or as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Apply 1–2 times a day a few drops of the cutaneous solution to the affected area; if necessary, cover with a sterile dry dressing.
Do not exceed the recommended doses.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
In some cases, burning or irritation (intolerance) may occur, which is otherwise harmless and does not require any change in treatment. With repeated applications or following occlusive bandaging that prevents transpiration of the treated area, skin inflammation (eczematous reactions) may occur. Use of this medicine may cause increased sensitivity to sunlight and UV rays (photosensitization).
Following the instructions contained in this leaflet reduces the risk of side effects.
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effect, including those not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
You may also report side effects directly through the national reporting system at the website https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazioni-reazioni-avverse
By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. How to store NEOMERCUROCROMO

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
This medicine does not require any special storage conditions. Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from sources of heat.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging after "Expiry".
The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not dispose of any medicine via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer in use. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and other information

What NEOMERCUROCROMO contains

• The active substances in 100 ml of cutaneous solution are: Eosin 2.0 g; Chloroxylenol 0.3 g; Propylene glycol 30.0 g.
• The other components are: 95° ethanol; sodium edetate; acetic acid; purified water.

Description of the appearance of NEOMERCUROCROMO and contents of the pack
NEOMERCUROCROMO is presented as a cutaneous solution, 2 vials of 10 ml with plastic dropper.
The medicinal product is also available in a 50 ml glass bottle with dropper.
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer
Laboratorio Farmaceutico SIT Srl – Via Cavour, 70 – 27035 Mede (PV)