Desitin, Diaparene Diaper Rash (zinc oxide) dosing, indications, interactions, adverse effects, and more

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Dosing & Uses
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Dosing & Uses

AdultPediatric

Dosage Forms & Strengths

topical ointment

3.8%
9.38%
10%
20%
40%

topical cream

11.3%
13%

topical powder

9.1%

paste

12.8%
16%
17%
20%
40%

Skin Protectant

Apply to thin film to affected area several times daily as necessary

Products vary, check package labeling

Dosage Forms & Strengths

topical ointment

3.8%
9.38%
10%
20%
40%

topical cream

11.3%
13%

topical powder

9.1%

paste

12.8%
16%
17%
20%
40%

Diaper Rash Treatment & Prevention

Apply to clean diaper area following diaper change

Skin Protectant

Apply to thin film to affected area

Products vary, check package labeling

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity

Cautions

Contact physician if condition worsens, reoccur within a few days, or do not improved after 1 wk

External use only

Avoid eyes

Keep out of reach of children; if swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy category: C

Lactation: unknown

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.

Mechanism of Action

Promotes healing of skin; provides barrier to skin from chafing & wetness; has weak antiseptic properties

BRAND	FORM.	UNIT PRICE	PILL IMAGE
Critic-Aid topical -	20-51 % paste
Critic-Aid topical -	20-51 % paste

Patient Handout

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