cornstarch/kaolin/zinc oxide topical (Gold Bond Medicated Baby Powder)
Classes: Protectants, Topical
Dosing and uses of Gold Bond Medicated Baby Powder (cornstarch-kaolin-zinc-oxide-topical)
Adult dosage forms and strengths
cornstarch/kaolin/zinc oxide topicaL
topical powder
- 79%/4%/15%
Wetness Protection
Apply topically up to 3-4 times daily
For best results, dry skin thoroughly before applying
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
cornstarch/kaolin/zinc oxide topicaL
topical powder
- 79%/4%/15%
Diaper Rash
Helps treat and prevent diaper rash; protects chafed skin and minor skin irritations due to diaper rash
Apply powder liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime, or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged
Change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area and allow to dry
Wetness Protection
>2 years: Apply topically up to 3-4 times daily
For best results, dry skin thoroughly before applying
Warnings
Contraindications
None
Cautions
For external use only
Avoid contact with eyes
Do not use on broken skin
Keep powder away from child’s face to avoid inhalation
Discontinue and seek medical attention if condition worsens or symptoms do not improve within 7 days
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy category: A
Lactation: Not distributed in human breast milk
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 Gold Bond Medicated Baby Powder (cornstarch-kaolin-zinc-oxide-topical)
Mechanism of action
Skin protectant
