1. Do I need a prescription to buy Doublebase Gel?
No, a prescription is not needed for Doublebase Gel.
What is Doublebase Gel?
Doublebase Gel is a moisturizer containing the active ingredients isopropyl myristate and liquid paraffin. These two emollients work to soften, moisturise, and protect the skin, helping with dry, chapped skin that may be itchy, red, or sore. Common conditions that Doublebase Gel can help with are psoriasis, elderly pruritus, ichthyosis, eczema, dermatitis, and other skin disorders.
Who is Doublebase Gel suitable for?
Doublebase Gel is suitable for all age groups suffering from dry, irritated skin.
You should not use Doublebase Gel if you are allergic to isopropyl myristate, liquid paraffin, or any of the other ingredients of Doublebase Gel
Doublebase Gel can be used safely in those who are pregnant and breastfeeding.
Doublebase Gel is safe to use if you take other medications.
How to use Doublebase Gel
You should always use Doublebase Gel as advised by your doctor or pharmacist, and always refer to the patient information leaflet.
Doublebase is for external use only, on the skin.
For patients of all ages Apply Doublebase Gel to the affected areas of the skin regularly, as often as required.
Doublebase gel can be used before and after washing or showering to prevent further drying of the skin.
If you forget to use the gel at a certain time, don’t worry. Just apply it when you remember, as required
How to store Doublebase Gel
- Do not store above 25 degrees
- Do not freeze this product
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children
- Do not use after the expiry date
It is very rare for Doublebase gel to cause side effects, however, a side effect that can occur in rare circumstances is that Doublebase gel can cause mild skin irritation or rashes.
Stop using this gel and tell your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist:
- If your skin condition seems to look or feel worse.
- If you have any local skin reactions
- If any of the side effects get serious, or you notice any other side effects not mentioned in this leaflet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
2. Can Doublebase Gel be used on the face?
Yes, Doublebase Gel can be used on the face, however you should avoid getting the gel in your eyes or mouth.
3. Is Doublebase Gel flammable?
Yes, this product is flammable, so stay away from naked flames when using this gel.
Our Clinical Authors
This page has been written by a registered UK pharmacist and reviewed by our clinical team to ensure it is accurate, clear and reflects current clinical guidance.
Last medically reviewed: 06 July 2026
Last updated: 06 July 2026