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Zinc Oxide

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Habit forming
No
Availability
Over-the-counter (OTC)

Brand names

A+D Diaper RashAquaphor Diaper RashBaby Anti Monkey Butt Diaper Rash CreamBaby Butz Diaper RashBalmexBaza-ProtectBaza-Protect Reformulated June 2020Booty GooCaldeseneCalmodroxCalmolCalmoseptineCalprotectCritic-Aid SkinDelazincDesitinDr. Smith's Diaper RashDr. Smith's Rash-n-AllDynashield ZOFlandersGranulotion Medicated LotionLantiseptic Multi-PurposeMacuvite with LuteinManzatin-ENicAzelNicomideOcuviteOcuvite LuteinPeriGuardPreserVisionPreserVision with LuteinRash Relief AntibacterialRash Relief AntifungalRash Relief with Zinc OxideRisamineSoothe & Cool Skin PasteTriple PasteTronolane AnestheticUnguentine Maximum StrengthVitafol-One+4 more

Available as

100 MG/ML0.81 MG/MG · Powder0.18 MG/MG · Topical Ointment0.5 MG/MG0.018 MG/MG · Topical Ointment780 MG/ML · Topical Cream0.76 MG/MG · Rectal Suppository0.038 MG/MG · Topical Ointment0.5 UNT/ML0.05 MG/MG · Powder60 MG · Oral Tablet0.4 MG/MG10 MG/ML · Rectal Cream30 MG · Oral Capsule250 MG/ML · Topical Cream5 MG · Oral Tablet50 MG/ML · Rectal Cream1.5 MG · Oral Tablet120 MG · Oral Tablet20 MG/ML · Topical Cream0.01 MG/MG · Rectal Ointment0.01 MG/MG · Topical Ointment30 UNT · Oral Tablet400 MG/ML · Topical Cream

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses
Helps prevent diaper rash. Protects chafed irritated skin due to diaper rash. Helps protect from wetness that causes diaper rash. Temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation due to diaper rash. Helps treat/heal diaper rash.
How to use / dosing
Change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanser the diaper area, and allow to dry. Push on the bottom to release the product. Heat the product for a few seconds on your hands and apply on baby's bottom. Apply product liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged. If necessary, after use, wipe off the excess on the tube contour before closing it.

Safety advice

Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.

PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Allergens: almond For external use only. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Stop use and consult a doctor if symptoms worsen or last for more than 7 days. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, call a poison control centre or get edical help right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

186 marketed products on record (RxNorm)

Authoritative sources

Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.