Ibuprofen 1% w/v (10mg/g), isopropyl myristate 10% w/v (100mg/g) is a new topical P medicine for the treatment of mild to moderate sunburn in adults and children over 12 years of age.

In many cases, sunburn affects us when are on holidays and away from home.

Those who suffer from sunburn generally self-treat as soon as the effects of sunburn are felt, to reduce symptoms peaking and avoid the pain and discomfort associated with it.

Pharmacists can assist with the provision of ibuprofen/ isopropyl myristate topical to patients presenting with mild to moderate sunburn or to those going on holidays, offering prevention and treatment advice, assessing the patient’s condition and enabling those who suffer from mild to moderate sunburn to self- treat safely and effectively without having to visit the GP.

Click here to view the ibuprofen/isopropyl myristate topical P medicine quick reference guide »