Aqueous Cream

General Notices

Definition

Emulsifying Ointment

300 g

Phenoxyethanol

10 g

Purified Water, freshly boiled and cooled

Sufficient to produce 1000 g

The suitability of the Cream for use as a diluent should be confirmed before use.

Production

As stated in the General Notice on Antimicrobial Preservatives, a suitable alternative antimicrobial preservative may be substituted provided that the identity and concentration are stated on the label.

Extemporaneous preparation

The following directions apply.

Dissolve the Phenoxyethanol in sufficient Purified Water at about 60° to produce a total weight of about 700 g. Melt the Emulsifying Ointment, add the phenoxyethanol solution when both are at about 60° and mix. Stir gently until cool, add sufficient of the Purified Water to produce 1000 g and mix.

The cream complies with the requirements stated under Topical Semi-solid Preparations.