Zinc Oxide Ointment

Over-the-Counter

Brand names: Zinc Oxide

Dosage Form

Topical

Route

TOPICAL

Manufacturer

Dynarex Corporation

About This Medication

Topical product applied to the skin for localized treatment and symptom relief.

Active Ingredients

Ingredient	Strength
Zinc Oxide	-

Indications & Usage

Use(s) • Helps treat chafed skin associated with diaper rash • Dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, oak, and sumac

Dosage & Administration

Directions • For diaper rash: Change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area, and allow to dry. Apply ointment liberally as often as necessary with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged. • For poison ivy, oak, and sumac: Apply as needed.

Warnings & Precautions

Warnings For External Use Only When using this product • Avoid contact with eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if • Condition worsens • Symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Use(s) • Helps treat chafed skin associated with diaper rash • Dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, oak, and sumac

Directions • For diaper rash: Change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area, and allow to dry. Apply ointment liberally as often as necessary with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged. • For poison ivy, oak, and sumac: Apply as needed.

Warnings For External Use Only When using this product • Avoid contact with eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if • Condition worsens • Symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Zinc Oxide Ointment is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.

References & Data Sources

• DailyMed — Zinc Oxide Ointment drug label (National Library of Medicine)
• openFDA — Zinc Oxide Ointment label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
• RxNorm — RXCUI 198911 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
• NDC Directory — Zinc Oxide Ointment (FDA National Drug Code)

Medical Disclaimer

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Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or medication.

Data sources: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS