silicone-based film-forming topical gel

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-016732",
  "term": "silicone-based film-forming topical gel",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A silicone-based film forming gel, with potential skin protective and healing activities. Upon topical application to intact or damaged skin, the silicone-based film forming gel dries and forms a transparent, semi-occlusive, gas permeable and waterproof protective film layer over the skin which acts as a barrier. The film barrier maintains and enhances skin integrity, reduces mechanical friction, and reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL). This provides protection against skin injury, infection and irritation, and maintains moisture to the skin.",
  "references": [
    "National Cancer Institute Thesaurus"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/silicone-based-film-forming-topical-gel/"
}