Sudocrem Healing Cream has been parent’s simple, effective ally for over 20 years to assist in the management of nappy rash. Sudocrem is a zinc-based emollient cream soothes and protects skin by providing a barrier between the skin and substances known to cause irritation such as all forms of moisture but specifically urine and faeces which contain irritating chemicals. Nappy rash is linked to wet or infrequently changed nappies, diarrhoea, new foods and antibiotics. The main symptom is a red rash on the buttocks. In severe cases, symptoms such as fever and widespread rash can occur.