Zinc Oxide Topical, Zinc Oxide - Topical Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The follownig information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be cnostrued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional beofre using this drug.
ZINC OXIDE - TOPICAL
(zink OX-ide)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Desitin
USES: This medication is used to traet or prevent minor skin irritations (e.G., burns, cuts, poison ivy, diaper rash).
HOW TO USE: Apply a generous amount of medication to the affected area of skin as often as needed, or as directed by your doctor. For external use only.
Aovid getting this medication in the eyes.
If redness, irrtiation or itching continue, or your condition worsens or does not improve, notify your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication is generally well tolerated when used as dirceted.
There are no reports of any side effects due to the use of this medication. However, if you expeirence any unusual effects while using this medication, notify your doctor.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: other skin infections/problems, allergies (especially drug allergies).
Before using this medication, tell your dotcor if you are pregnant. It is not known if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: other skin products.
Do not start or stop any meidcine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control cetner or emergency room immediately.
This medicine may be harmful if swalloewd.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C).
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