cornstarch/kaolin/zinc oxide topical (OTC)

Brand and Other Names:Gold Bond Medicated Baby Powder
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Dosing & Uses

AdultPediatric

Dosage Forms & Strengths

cornstarch/kaolin/zinc oxide topical

topical powder

  • 79%/4%/15%

Wetness Protection

Apply topically up to 3-4 times daily

For best results, dry skin thoroughly before applying

Dosage Forms & Strengths

cornstarch/kaolin/zinc oxide topical

topical powder

  • 79%/4%/15%

Diaper Rash

Helps treat and prevent diaper rash; protects chafed skin and minor skin irritations due to diaper rash

Apply powder liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime, or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged

Change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area and allow to dry

Wetness Protection

>2 years: Apply topically up to 3-4 times daily

For best results, dry skin thoroughly before applying

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Warnings

Contraindications

None

Cautions

For external use only

Avoid contact with eyes

Do not use on broken skin

Keep powder away from child’s face to avoid inhalation

Discontinue and seek medical attention if condition worsens or symptoms do not improve within 7 days

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Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy Category: A

Lactation: Not distributed in human breast milk

Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs

Pregnancy Categories

A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.

B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.

C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.

D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.

X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.

NA: Information not available.

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Pharmacology

Mechanism of Action

Skin protectant

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