zinc oxide topical (Desitin, Diaparene Diaper Rash, Dyprotex, Desitin Creamy, Aveeno Baby Organic Harvest Diaper Rash Cream)
Classes: Protectants, Topical
Dosing and uses of Desitin, Diaparene Diaper Rash (zinc oxide)
Adult dosage forms and strengths
topical ointment
- 10%
- 20%
- 40%
topical cream
- 11.3%
topical powder
- 9.1%
paste
- 16%
- 20%
Skin Protectant
Apply to thin film to affected area several times daily as necessary
Products vary, check package labeling
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
topical ointment
- 10%
- 20%
- 40%
topical cream
- 11.3%
topical powder
- 9.1%
paste
- 16%
- 20%
Diaper Rash Treatment & Prevention
Apply to clean diaper area following diaper change
Skin Protectant
Apply to thin film to affected area
Products vary, check package labeling
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Cautions
Contact physician if condition worsens or not improved after 1 wk
External use only
Avoid eyes
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 Desitin, Diaparene Diaper Rash (zinc oxide)
Mechanism of action
Promotes healing of skin; provides barrier to skin from chafing & wetness; has weak antiseptic properties
