HAFOOS CREAM

Introduction:

Hafoos Cream is primarily composed of Lactic acid and urea. It is a moisturizing cream indicated for the management of hand-foot syndrome during treatment with anticancer medicines like doxorubicin, capecitabine, docetaxel, sorafenib, paclitaxel, etc. 

Hand-foot syndrome refers to the toxic skin reaction due to the accumulation of drug molecules (anticancer drugs) on the skin with subsequent degradation of the sweat glands. This skin reaction progresses to pain, swelling and flaking of the skin, resulting in limitations to perform regular activities. In extreme cases, this syndrome presents as ulcers, inflammation and blisters.

Uses of Lactic Acid, Urea and others:

Hafoos Cream is used in the management of symptoms of hand-foot syndrome like the following:

• Redness
• Itching
• Tightness
• Blisters
• Swelling
• Cracking and peeling

How Lactic Acid, Urea and others works:

Hafoos Cream has anti-microbial, humectant and hydrating properties. It works by alleviating itching by softening and conditioning the skin layers.

Interaction with other drugs:

Inform your physician regarding any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More Information:

• Store below 25°C. 
• Protect from light
• Keep this out of reach of children.

References:

1. Aureate Healthcare Pvt Ltd., [Accessed on 29th Jul 2021], https://www.aureatehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/hafoos-single.png
2. Getwell Oncology Pvt Ltd., [Revised on 23rd May 2017] [Accessed on 29th Jul 2021], https://www.getwelloncology.com/pi/urea-and-lactic-acid-cream.pdf
3. Braghiroli CS, Ieiri R, Ocanha JP, Paschoalini RB, Miot HA, Do you know this syndrome? Hand-foot syndrome, An Bras Dermatol., 2017;92(1), 131-133, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5312196/pdf/abd-92-01-0131.pdf

How to use Lactic Acid, Urea and others:

Apply this Cream as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Avoid using this cream on broken skin.

Safety Advice:

Pregnancy:

Inform your healthcare practitioner before consuming this product if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant. 

Breastfeeding: 

Consult your healthcare practitioner for advice before consuming this product if you are a breastfeeding mother.

Allergies: 

Inform your healthcare practitioner if you experience allergic reactions to any of the ingredients of this product.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Common:

• Burning or stinging pain
• Itching
• Irritation