Fagron Advanced Derma

Fagron Advanced Derma products are pharmaceutical dermal bases that are formulated according to the latest scientific knowledge in the field of dermatology.

What are dermal vehicles?

Dermal vehicles are base creams developed for basic skincare, and individualized dermatological care and compounded pharmaceutical treatment. Fagron Advanced Derma products are pharmaceutical dermal bases that are formulated according to the latest scientific knowledge in the field of dermatology. Every skin is unique, and each skin type will react differently to various base creams. For the right skin care and dermal solution, it is important to know patient’s specific skin needs. Fagron Advanced Derma vehicles are uniquely formulated to contain only ingredients for maximum safety and skin tolerance. The formulation of each base is based on specific skin type, and their gentleness and shin feel improve patient experience and compliance with therapy. With Fagron Advanced Derma, patients are guaranteed a total solution for both customized prescription compounding and basic skincare. 

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Fagron Advanced Derma for professionals

Fagron Advanced Derma vehicles are designed according to the latest scientific insights into the safety and tolerance of topically applied ingredients. The safe, comfortable and highly compatible vehicles are each designed to suit a specific skin type profile. Fagron Advanced Derma ensures continuous care for the skin during the exacerbation and maintenance phases and guarantees maximum patient comfort for optimal compliance and results All vehicles are developed and scientifically tested to help pharmacists compound stable preparations with a broad range of active pharmaceutical (APIs) and dermaceutical ingredients (DCIs). A wide range of compatibility and stability studies have been conducted to support prescribers and pharmacists in vehicle selection as part of the treatment consideration. For easier prescribing and compounding for each indication, we have also developed a compounding formulary with a variety of formulations.

The Fagron Advanced Derma vehicles are free from parabens, boric acid, Ethoxylates and 1,4-dioxane, Formaldehyde donors, mineral oils, Propylene Glycol, Benzyl alcohol and benzyl benzoate, peanut oil, fragrances and dyes, triclosan, lanolin (wool fat), Phthalates, Para-aminobenzoic acid, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), Nitrosamines.

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Key facts and figures

compatibility and stability studies
100+
concept products
11
APIs in compatibility table
60+

Versatile™ Anhydrous

Versatile™ Anhydrous is a slightly occlusive and film-forming base cream, which is readily absorbed into the dermis in a few minutes after application. Due to its low water activity, it accommodates a variety of active ingredients, while allowing for extended beyond-use date. Versatile™ Anhydrous contains built-in antioxidants, being suitable for oxidation-sensitive APIs such as tretinoin and hydroquinone, and can hold up to 50% of APIs.

• Anhydrous ointment-like cream
• Slightly occlusive properties with rapid absorption
• Unique solvents system that allows for lipophilic and hydrophilic APIs
• Built-in antioxidants
• Compatible with a wide range of solvents
• Suitable for pain, dermatological and veterinary treatments
• Enables extended beyond-use dating of compounded preparations

See Versatile™ formulations