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Zinc oxide
Latest prescription information about Zinc oxide. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Zinc oxide
Pronunciation : z-ink o-xii-de
Therapeutic Classification : Medical Foods
ICD Code : Y57.9
Trade Name(s): India- Anthical, Happynap, Rashfree, Spectraban, Rashtin, Spectraban 19. International- ARC, Balmex, Boudreaux Butt Paste, Caldesene, Calmol-4 Suppository, Critic Aid, Delazinc, Dermagran BC, Desitin, Desitin Maximum Strength Original, Desitin Rapid Relief Creamy, Diaper Rash Ointment, Diaper Relief, Dr. Smith's Diaper, Flanders Buttocks Ointment, Geri-Protect, Medi-Paste, PeriGuard, Pinxav, Rash Relief, RVPaque, Seniortopix Healix, Soothe & Cool Skin Paste, Sportz Block Dark, Sportz Block Light, Sportz Block Medium, Triple Paste, Tronolane Suppositories, Unna-Flex Elastic Unna Boot 3 inch, Unna-Flex Elastic Unna Boot 4 inch, Znlin, Unna-Flex(obsolete), PNS Unna Boot, Lassars Zinc, Nupercainal Suppository, Desitin Creamy Diaper Rash Ointment, Vaginex Powder, Yeast-X Powder, Mexsana, Calmoseptine Ointment (obsolete), Zincofax, Desitin Creamy, Secura Antifungal Extra Thick(obsolete), Johnsons Diaper Rash, Penaten Soothing, Aveeno Diaper Rash, Soothe & Cool Skin Paste. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an emollient & skin protective, prescribed for diaper rash and other minor skin irritations. It provides a skin barrier to prevent and help heal skin irritation. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : Topical- As cream/ointment: Use as directed. How it should be taken : It comes as an ointment and cream to apply topically as directed by your physician. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * For external use only. * Avoid contact with eyes, nose or mouth. * It may be harmful if swallowed. Side Effects : Severe allergic reactions such as rash, hives, difficulty in breathing and swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature, and in an airtight container. Keep it away from sunlight and moisture. |
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