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Zinc Oxide 20%

ZINC OXIDE

Standard Dose
Directions Apply ointment liberally as often as necessary For the treatment of diaper rash, change wet and soiled diapers promptly Cleanse the diaper area and allow to dry Apply with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diaper may be prolonged
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Uses Protects skin Protects and releives chafed skin due to diaper rash - helps seal out wetness Dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, oak and sumac
Summary

Indications and usage Uses Protects skin Protects and releives chafed skin due to diaper rash - helps seal out wetness Dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, oak and sumac Dosage and administration Directions Apply ointment liberally as often as necessary For the treatment of diaper rash, change wet and soiled diapers promptly Cleanse the diaper area and allow to dry Apply with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diaper may be prolonged Warnings and cautions Warnings For External Use Only When using this product avoid contact with eyes Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days.

This may be a sign of a serious condition.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Protects skin Protects and releives chafed skin due to diaper rash - helps seal out wetness Dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, oak and sumac Dosage and administration Directions Apply ointment liberally as often as necessary For the treatment of diaper rash, change wet and soiled diapers promptly Cleanse the diaper area and allow to dry Apply with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diaper may be prolonged Warnings and cautions Warnings For External Use Only When using this product avoid contact with eyes Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days. This may be a sign of a serious condition.

Monitoring

  • • Warnings For External Use Only When using this product avoid contact with eyes Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days.
  • • This may be a sign of a serious condition.

Interaction Notes

  • • Review official label interaction section.