Information about Zinc oxide
Generic Name : Zinc oxideUp-to-date prescription details regarding Zinc oxide are provided here.
Pronunciation : z-ink o-xii-de
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Zinc oxide, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y57.9 Therapeutic Classification : Medical Foods
Trade Names/Brand Names of Zinc oxide
India :
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 is Zinc oxide 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 should Zinc oxide not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Zinc oxide?
Topical- As cream/ointment: Use as directed.How should Zinc oxide be taken?
It comes as an ointment and cream to apply topically as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Zinc oxide?
• 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.