Dosing and uses of Droxy Cream (alpha hydroxy acids, topical)
Adult dosage forms and strengths
topical cream
- 60g/tube
Moisturizer
Apply to clean dry skin 1-2 times/day
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
Safety and efficacy not established
Warnings
Contraindications
None
Cautions
If sensitization occurs, temporarily discontinue and then decrease amount/frequency used; if irritation continues, discontinue permanently
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy category: A
Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk
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 Droxy Cream (alpha hydroxy acids, topical)
Mechanism of action
Moisturizer; glycolic acid formulation that elicits gentle exfoliation
