How often should I use Zematop?
Your doctor will tell you how to use Zematop for your specific situation. If you have any questions, please contact your doctor or nurse – they’ll be happy to help.
2X DAILY FOR FLARE TREATMENT
- Treatment should be used twice daily until the affected area has cleared. Use Zematop at about the same time of the day.
- Apply a pea sized amount of Zematop ointment for a 5 cm wide circle.
- If symptoms recur, twice daily treatment should be restarted.
1X DAILY 2X WEEKLY FOR MAINTENANCE (ONGOING) TREATMENT
- Zematop should be applied once a day, twice weekly to affected areas to prevent flares. Use Zematop at about the same time of day.
- Apply a pea sized amount of Zematop ointment for a 5 cm circle.
- There should be 2-3 days without treatment between each application.
5 top tips for applying Zematop:
- Place in the fridge 15-20 minutes before using
- Make sure the affected areas of your skin are dry
- Initially apply to a small area of skin before applying to larger areas
- Apply as a thin layer to the affected areas of your skin
- Make sure that you wash your hands thoroughly afterwards, unless your hands are the area you are treating