Zinc oxide 10% soothing ointment for eczema, dermatosis, excoriations 30 g

Product Description

Ointment based on Zinc Oxide, useful for soothing the skin in cases of eczema, dermatosis, abrasions, burns and diaper rash.

Indications

Marco Viti Zinc Oxide Ointment is a soothing and protective treatment that can be used in cases of eczema, dermatosis, burns and minor abrasions.

Due to its astringent and decongestant action, it can be used It can also be used on irritated skin (for example, diaper rash).

Dosage and Directions for Use

Apply Zinc Oxide Ointment locally, 1 or 2 times a day, on properly washed and dried skin. Apply a layer of ointment to cover the affected area (especially when used to treat diaper rash). Perform a light circular massage on the affected area to obtain partial absorption of the ointment, following which a dull white residue remains.

In case of burns and non-infected skin lesions, it is preferable to apply a thin layer of ointment, using a bandage if necessary.

Composition

Active ingredient: zinc oxide 10.0 g.

Excipients: White petrolatum, liquid paraffin.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.

Special warnings

The medicine should be used externally only; it can be harmful if swallowed. Avoid contact of the medicine with the eyes; in case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water. Do not use the medicine in case of burns or potentially infected wounds.

If the ointment is used for diaper rash, check that the rash improves within a few days; otherwise, a different treatment is necessary. The use, especially if prolonged, of medicines for local application can give rise to irritation or sensitization phenomena. In this case, it is necessary to discontinue treatment and initiate appropriate therapy.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Generally, the use of the ointment during pregnancy and breastfeeding is considered safe if applied to small areas and for short periods of time.

Pregnancy. No clinical data on exposed pregnancies are available for zinc oxide ointment. This medicine, if used according to the instructions for use, is not absorbed and therefore does not cause systemic effects; in case of broken skin, it can be absorbed in minimal quantities.

Breastfeeding. There are no data available on the use of the medicine during breastfeeding and it is not known whether this active ingredient passes into breast milk. However, since the absorption of the drug can be delayed, it is not recommended to use it during breastfeeding. considered negligible, it is very unlikely that significant quantities reach breast milk.

Expiry and storage

Check the expiry date indicated on the package. The expiry date indicated on the package refers to the product in its intact packaging, correctly stored.

Do not use the medicine after the expiry date indicated on the package.

Format

30 g tube.