Zinc oxide - instructions for use, dose, side effects, contraindications

Forms albumins and denatures proteins. When applied to the affected surface of the skin reduces the severity of exudative processes, eliminates local manifestations of inflammation and irritation; has an adsorbing effect, forms a protective coating on the skin, which reduces the effect of irritants on it. Apply externally in the form of powder, ointment, paste, liniment.

Pharmacokinetics:

When applied externally, it is practically not adsorbed into the systemic circulation and does not show a resorptive effect.

Indications:

Dermatitis, including diaper dermatitis (treatment and prevention), diaper rash, sweating; superficial wounds and burns (including sunburn, cuts, scratches), ulcerative skin lesions (including trophic ulcers), pressure sores; eczema in the acute stage, herpes simplex, streptoderma.

ICD-10

XII.L55-L59.L56.2 Photocontact dermatitis [berloque dermatitis]

XII.L20-L30.L30.9 Dermatitis, unspecified

XII.L20-L30.L25 Contact dermatitis, unspecified

I.B00-B09.B00.9 Herpetic infection, unspecified

XII.L00-L08.L08.0 Pyoderma

XII.L20-L30.L30.4 Erythematous intermittence

XII.L80-L99.L89 Decubital ulcer

XIX.T08-T14.T14.0 Superficial injury of unspecified area of the body

XIX.T08-T14.T14.1 Open wound of unspecified area of the body

XIX.T20-T32.T30 Thermal and chemical burns, unspecified

Contraindications:

Increased sensitivity to zinc oxide.

Carefully:

No data.

Pregnancy and lactation:

Category by FDA not determined. Possible use during pregnancy and lactation according to the indications and under the supervision of a doctor.

Dosing and Administration:

Outwardly. Apply to cleansed and dried skin 4-6 times a day. In the treatment of burns and wounds, it is possible to use under a bandage.

To prevent diaper rash in children, ointment is applied to areas of the body that are in prolonged contact with wet laundry.

Side effects:

Allergic reactions: skin pruritus, hyperemia, skin rash are possible.

Overdose:

There are no data on cases of overdose.

Interaction:

Ichthyol in the form of an ointment is incompatible with zinc oxide.

Salicylic acid in the form of an alcohol solution is pharmaceutically incompatible with zinc oxide (insoluble zinc salicylate).

Special instructions:

Avoid contact with eyes.

If the "diaper" rash does not disappear within 48-72 hours, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

Do not use ointment for infected skin lesions.

Instructions

Zinc oxide (Zinci oxydum)