Protective barrier: Topical:
Ointment: Apply thin layer to affected area 2 to 4 times daily or after each incontinent episode/diaper change.
Paste: Apply to affected area up to 6 times daily or after each incontinent episode/diaper change.
Powder: Apply to affected area up to 4 times daily.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.
Refer to adult dosing.
Protective barrier: Topical:
Ointment (excluding Lantiseptic): Children and Adolescents: Refer to adult dosing.
Ointment (Lantiseptic only), Paste: Children ≥12 years and Adolescents: Refer to adult dosing.
Powder: Children ≥2 years and Adolescents: Refer to adult dosing.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.
There are no adverse reactions listed in the manufacturer's labeling. See zinc oxide monograph.
OTC labeling: When used for self-medication, do not use in the eyes or on deep or puncture wounds.
Disease-related concerns:
• Radiation therapy: Zinc oxide cannot be used during radiation therapy.
Other warnings/precautions:
• Self-medication (OTC use): If the symptom being treated worsens, does not improve within 7 days, or clears up and occurs again within a few days, consult a health care provider.
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling. [DSC] = Discontinued product
Ointment, External:
Caladrox: Menthol 0.44% and zinc oxide 20% (113 g [DSC]) [contains phenol]
Calasoothe: Menthol 0.44% and zinc oxide 20.625% (3.5 g, 113 g) [contains phenol]
Calmoseptine: Menthol 0.44% and zinc oxide 20.6% (20 g, 113 g) [contains phenol]
CalProtect: Menthol 0.44% and zinc oxide 20.6% (71 g, 113 g) [contains phenol]
Medpura Hydroseptine: Menthol 0.44% and zinc oxide 20.6% (100 g) [contains phenol]
Risamine: Menthol 0.44% and zinc oxide 20.625% (113 g) [contains phenol]
Generic: Menthol 0.44% and zinc oxide 20.625% (113 g); Menthol 0.45% and zinc oxide 20% (113 g [DSC])
Paste, External:
Remedy Calazime: Menthol 0.4% and zinc oxide 20.5% (113 g [DSC])
Remedy Calazime/Olivamine: Menthol 0.2% and zinc oxide 20% (4 g [DSC], 113 g [DSC]) [contains corn oil, corn starch, methylparaben]
May be product dependent
Ointment (Calasoothe External)
0.44-20.625% (per gram): $0.13
Ointment (Calmoseptine External)
0.44-20.6% (per gram): $0.19
Ointment (CalProtect External)
0.44-20.6% (per gram): $0.06
Ointment (Medpura Hydroseptine External)
0.44-20.6% (per gram): $0.04
Ointment (Menthol-Zinc Oxide External)
0.44-20.625% (per gram): $0.07
Ointment (Risamine External)
0.44-20.625% (per gram): $0.04
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Topical: For external use only; avoid contact with eyes. Cleanse the affected area gently with mild cleanser or water prior to use and allow to air dry or pat dry. Apply a thin layer to the affected area and rub in completely.
Topical: For external use only; avoid contact with eyes. Not for deep or puncture wounds. Cleanse the affected area gently with mild cleanser prior to use and allow to air dry or pat dry. For peri-G tubes, apply thin layer and secure with drain sponge or product as directed.
Protective barrier: Prevents and helps heal skin irritations from diaper rash, diarrhea/feces, feeding tube site leakage, itching, minor burns, cuts, scrapes, moisture, urine, perspiration, and wound or fistula drainage sites.
None known.
There are no known significant interactions.
Refer to individual monographs.
Refer to individual monographs.
Menthol: Dilates the blood vessels, causing a sensation of coldness followed by an analgesic effect; relieves itching
Zinc oxide: Mild astringent with weak antiseptic properties
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