vitamin E topical (Coppertone Aloe Aftersun Lotion, E-Oil, Palomar E, Vite E Creme, Vitec)
Classes: Emollients
Dosing and uses of Coppertone Aloe Aftersun Lotion, E-Oil (vitamin E topical)
Dermatologic Pain/Irritation
Apply topically to affected areas prn
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
Diaper Rash/Dermatologic Pain/Irritation
Apply topically to affected areas prn
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Cautions
External use only A
Avoid eyes
Contact physician if condition worsens or does not improve after 1 wk
Pregnancy and 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.
Pharmacology of Coppertone Aloe Aftersun Lotion, E-Oil (vitamin E topical)
Mechanism of action
Emollient