Dosing and uses of Lanaphilic, Lan-O-Soothe (lanolin)
Adult dosage forms and strengths
topical ointment
- 100% lanolin
Dry Skin
Apply topically to affected skin prn
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
topical ointment
- 100% lanolin
Dry Skin
Apply topically to affected skin prn
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Cautions
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 Lanaphilic, Lan-O-Soothe (lanolin)
Mechanism of action
Emollient
