Before treating yourself with Curaderm, it is important to understand the ingredients that Curaderm contains: –
- Solasodine Glycosides (BEC) (active anti-cancer ingredient)
- Salicylic Acid
- Urea
* Please note that the Salicylic Acid and Urea may irritate the skin in some individuals and create some stinging or skin sensitivity.
It is also important to know that you can not use Curaderm if you are: –
- allergic to aspirin
- using any treatment/medication that makes the skin sensitised such as Cortisone, Prednisone or Roaccutane
*Please do not use Curaderm BEC5 if you are on treatments such as this. If you are unsure or concerned, please confirm with your doctor if any treatments you are taking may sensitise the skin.
How to treat yourself with Curaderm?
- Wash the area to be treated with mild soap & water.
- Allow the area to dry and do not rub at the treatment area.
- Wash your hands after cleaning the lesion.
- Remove your Curaderm from the fridge and open the bottle just before you are ready to apply it.
- Apply a thin smear of Curaderm to the lesion or effected area only, please be careful not to apply Curaderm to other areas of the skin that do not require treatment. If this does happen, please wipe away the excess and wash the area throughly. Areas near the eyes or lips should be treated very carefully and be very careful not to allow Curaderm to enter your eyes. After applying Curaderm wash your hands well.
- We recommend not treating an area larger than approximately 2 inches by 2 inches, unless you have been directed by your health care provider.
- Cover the treated area with Micropore paper tape.
- Close your Curaderm bottle and store the bottle of Curaderm in in the refrigerator.
- Apply Curaderm twice a day following the above instructions.
- Your treatment time will vary depending on the depth and size of your lesion. Please read these articles and they will help you understand what to expect during treatment: –
http://www.curadermbec5.com/is-there-a-risk-of-infection-during-treatment-with-curaderm-bec5/
http://www.curadermbec5.com/how-do-i-treat-myself-if-i-have-numerous-lesions-2/
http://www.curadermbec5.com/how-long-will-treatment-take-with-curaderm/
http://www.curadermbec5.com/is-it-normal-for-my-leson-to-deepen-and-look-larger-during-treatment/
* During treatment, do not use sunlamps or tanning beds and also avoid sun exposure as much as possible during treatment. It is also import to remember to keep your Curaderm out of reach of Children and pets.
During treatment of you have any concerns, please seek advice from your health care professional.
