Joint Formulary & PAD

Silk clothing - Atopic eczema

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Status 1

Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Associated Icons :
NFD1
SPC
Restrictions / Comments :
Important

Items which should not routinely be prescribed in primary care: policy guidance'.  Do not use in adults or children

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Silk clothing
Indication :
Atopic eczema
Group Name :
Keywords :
silk garments, Items which should not be routinely prescribed in primary care
Brand Names Include :
DermaSilk, Skinnies Silk, Dreamsilk
Important Information :
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Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
3

Committee Recommendations (1)

The Area Prescribing Committee does not recommend the use of silk garments.

Silk garments will be considered NON-FORMULARY on the traffic light system.  Prescribers should:

  •  NOT initiate silk garments for any new patient AND
  •  Stop prescribing silk garments for existing patients and ensure that their eczema / dermatitis is being managed in line with NICE guidance 

Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Silk clothing is used to treat.

  • No records returned.

Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Atopic eczema.