Menthol and zinc oxide
Menthol and zinc oxide Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
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 | Menthol and zinc oxide |
| Generic | Menthol + zinc oxide |
| Type | Topical application |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | United States |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
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.
Menthol and zinc oxide 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 Menthol and zinc oxide works
It acts by providing a physical barrier to prevent skin irritation and help heal damaged skin.
Dosage
Menthol and zinc oxide dosage
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
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
Known hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation
Acute Overdose
No overdose related problem is yet reported.
Storage Condition
keep in a cool and dry place, away from light.
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