Generic medicine
Zinc Oxide [Microfine]
Regular use may help protect against premature skin aging, appearance of wrinkles and pigmentation and sunburn. Improve quality of skin and leave the skin supple and healthy.
Clinical notes
Applications:
N/A
Indication Notes:
Regular use may help protect against premature skin aging, appearance of wrinkles and pigmentation and sunburn. Improve quality of skin and leave the skin supple and healthy.
Avoid In:
N/A
Contraindication Notes:
Hypersensitivity to any ingredient in zinc oxide cream, lotion
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.
There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
Pregnancy Category C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
Zinc oxide cream may be harmful if swallowed. Pregnancy & Lactation.
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