Zinc Oxide Powder

Zinc Oxide Topical
Pharmaco
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Indications

Zinc Oxide Powder is used for: Diaper rash, Burns, Poison ivy, Cuts, Bed sore,

Adult Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Adult: Apply to affected area several times daily as necessary.

Child Dose

Diaper Rash Treatment & Prevention Apply to clean diaper area following diaper change Skin Protectant Apply to thin film to affected area

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Known hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation

Precautions

For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days. Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Zinc oxide reduce therapeutic efficacy of hydroxyquinoline.

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Zinc Oxide Topical : Usually well tolerated. Extremely low frequency of hypersensitivity reaction.

Mechanism of Action

Zinc oxide has astringent, soothing and protective properties and is used in topical preparations for eczema, slight excoriations, wounds and haemorrhoids. It also reflects ultraviolet radiation and can be used as a physical sunscreen.

Note

Zinc Oxide Powder manufactured by Pharmaco. Its generic name is Zinc Oxide Topical. Zinc Oxide is availble in Nepal. Farmaco Nepal drug index information on Zinc Oxide Powder is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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