First Aid Holdings

Following a recent complaint about advertising claims made for H-F Antidote Gel, we are happy to announce that the MHRA has NOT upheld the complaint while stating that “no other product for HF burns holds a UK Marketing authorisation.”

The full report can be read on MHRA’s website.

Crest Medical HF Antidote Gel is effective in the treatment of skin burns caused by Hydrofluoric Acid. The gel, when applied to the wound reacts with the Hydrofluoric Acid to neutralise the powerful fluoride ion, which if untreated, could cause a fluoride ion attack resulting in the serious condition; Hypocalcemia.

HF Antidote Gel (25g tube) is available in singles, packs of 12, or as part of a kit including 3 tubes, 2 pairs of gloves and a durable box with wall bracket.

With the unprecedented demands for Tamiflu, Relenza, face masks and alcohol gel, it is testament to Crest’s established supply chain that within a week, it was able to supply in excess of 17,500 packs of Tamiflu, 1 million plus masks, and over 15,000 alcohol gels.

In addition to the level of demand, we believe that the Swine Flu outbreak has demonstrated Crest’s commitment to its customers.

While others in the industry have tried to exploit the situation and increase their prices dramatically, at Crest we have maintained
our standard prices with the only increases being made as a direct result of manufacturing increase.

At Crest Medical we are committed to serving our customers today, and every day.

We became aware today of an article which has been published in a Business Newsletter on the internet about Healthcare Enterprise Group’s trading and requirement to find investment.

Crest Medical is incorrectly mentioned. We are seeking legal advice to have the inclusion of Crest Medical within this article withdrawn.

Crest Medical and Healthcare Enterprise Group are entirely separate businesses. This article and HCEG’s position has no effect whatsoever on the Crest Medical or First Aid Warehouse businesses.

Any queries relating to the performance / status of HCEG should be made directly to Healthcare Enterprise Group.

I confirm that legal action is being sought and we will continue to take legal advice where appropriate

Yours faithfully

Alastair Maxwell
Managing Director
Crest Medical