Boots Calamine and Glycerin
Boots Calamine and Glycerin Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Glycerol is a simple polyol compound. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. Glycerol is used in medical, pharmaceutical and personal care preparations, mainly as a means of improving smoothness, providing lubrication, and as humectants.
Zinc oxide is used to treat or prevent minor skin irritations such as burns, cuts, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and diaper rash. It is also used as a sunscreen.
Zinc oxide has astringent, soothing and protective properties and is used in topical preparations for eczema, slight excoriations, wounds and haemorrhoids. It also reflects ultraviolet radiation and can be used as a physical sunscreen.
| Trade Name | Boots Calamine and Glycerin |
| Generic | zinc oxide + glycerol + calamine |
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| Manufacturer | THE BOOTS COMPANY PLC |
| Available Country | United Kingdom |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Glycerol helps lubricating in sexual intercourse specially for post menopausal women to reduce irritation, for lubrication during vaginal examinations, endoscopy, catheterization for gloves and instruments. It is also used to treat or prevent dry skin.
Zinc Oxide helps to To treat or prevent skin irritations (e.g., burns, bed sore, cuts, poison ivy, diaper rash). Protects chafed skin due to diaper rash and helps seal out wetness.
Boots Calamine and Glycerin is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Acute Wounds, Burns first degree, Burns second degree, Dermatitis, Eczematous, Diaper Rash, Herpes Labialis, Injuries to the Nipple (Fissures and Cracks) Resulting Breastfeeding, Intertrigo, Pain, Pruritus, Sensitive Skin, Skin Irritation, Skin candida, Sunburn, Wounds, Chafing, Damaged skin, Dry, cracked skin, Facial rash, Heat rash, Superficial Wounds, Watery skin lesions, Astringent, Nutritional supplementation
How Boots Calamine and Glycerin works
It acts by providing a physical barrier to prevent skin irritation and help heal damaged skin.
Dosage
Boots Calamine and Glycerin dosage
Apply as needed.
Apply thin layer topically every 8 hourly. Change wet and soiled diapers, promptly cleans the diaper area, allow to dry and apply ointment liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or any time when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged.
Side Effects
Usually well tolerated. Extremely low frequency of hypersensitivity reaction.
Toxicity
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 7950 mg/kg [Mouse].
Precaution
Glycerol is for external use only. When using this product do not get into eyes. Do not use on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites & serious burns.
For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days. Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away
Volume of Distribution
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
Elimination Route
No significant percutaneous absorption from topically applied zinc oxide.
Half Life
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
Clearance
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
Elimination Route
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
This medication should be used with precautions only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast feeding
Contraindication
Usually well tolerated. People with prior history of sensitivity or allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients should not use it.
Known hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation
Acute Overdose
No overdose related problem is yet reported.
Storage Condition
Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.
keep in a cool and dry place, away from light.
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