Eucerin Plus

Eucerin Plus is a topical moisturizing formulation typically containing emollients and humectants such as urea and alpha-hydroxy acids (e.g., lactic acid). It is designed to hydrate the stratum corneum and promote the exfoliation of dead skin cells, making it effective for treating dry, scaly skin conditions like xerosis and ichthyosis. In the specific clinical context of research conducted at Mount Sinai Hospital, Canada, Eucerin Plus was utilized as a placebo control in a randomized controlled trial (NCT00127582) evaluating the efficacy of topical amethocaine gel (Ametop) for reducing pain in neonates during intramuscular vitamin K injections. As a placebo, it lacks active anesthetic or analgesic properties and serves to maintain the blinding of the study by providing a similar tactile application to the experimental intervention.

Brand names

Eucerin Plus

Other names

Eucerin