How it works

When applied to the skin, Flamigel® RT provides a barrier that protects the skin from damage and breakdown due to radiotherapy. Flamigel®RT is not sticky or greasy & is easy to apply. This means that you can apply Flamigel®RT and get dressed without having to cover the area with a dressing or wait for it to dry.

Flamigel® RT builds a protective barrier which protects and supports skin regeneration between radiotherapy sessions.

Increases the moisturising properties of the gel. It is a building block of the skin.


How to use

Wash your hands before and after application of Flamigel® RT.

Clean and dry the treated skin area gently before applying Flamigel® RT.

Apply 3 times per day a liberal amount of Flamigel® RT to the treated area and a large zone around it and gently massage

Close the tube after each use. We advise that you continue to use Flamigel® RT for a minimum of 7-10 days after radiotherapy treatment.

In case of doubt, consult your doctor, pharmacist or radiotherapy nurse on how much longer you should continue to apply Flamigel® RT. Follow the general skin care recommendations from your radiotherapy centre.


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When should I use / Indications

Flamigel® RT is designed for radiotherapy Induced Dermatitis. By creating a protective barrier, Flamigel® RT helps to prevent skin breakdown and sore skin associated with radiotherapy. The skin condition is called radiotherapy induced dermatitis.


FAQS

Flamigel® RT is a protective gel that guards from radiotherapy induced dermatitis. Flamigel ® RT reduces the incidence of moist desquamation (breakdown of the skin with oozing) when your skin is treated with radiotherapy and delays its onset should it still occur.

Apply a liberal amount of Flamigel® RT 3 times per day to skin in the area being treated with radiotherapy and a large zone around it and gently massage. Do not apply Flamigel®RT immediately before each radiotherapy session.

You can continue to apply for longer if your skin is still red and sore. However we advise that you continue to use Flamigel® RT until 7 to 10 days after the end of the radiotherapy treatment. In case of doubt, consult your doctor, pharmacist or radiotherapy nurse on how much longer you should continue to apply Flamigel® RT

It is very difficult to prevent a skin reaction from occuring. Flamigel® RT is a smooth protective gel, which when applied to the skin, builds a protective barrier that protects and supports skin regeneration between radiotherapy sessions.

Do not use Flamigel® RT in the eyes or on the eyelids. If that happens, rinse your eyes with running water and consult a doctor. Do not use Flamigel® RT when you know that you are allergic to any of the ingredients. If symptoms worsen and you are concerned, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you have any concerns about using Flamigel® RT or the area of skin you are applying it to, please contact your health care professional for help and advice.