Zinc Oxide nova Argentia Ung Derm 1.000g 10%

NAME
ZINC OXIDE NOVA ARGENTIA 10% OIL

PHARMACOTHERAPEUTIC CATEGORY
Emollients and protective.

ACTIVE PRINCIPLES
Zinc oxide.

EXCIPIENTS
Liquid paraffin, white petroleum jelly.

INDICATIONS
Soothing and protective treatment of eczema, dermatosis and slight abrasions.

CONTRAINDICATIONS / SECONDARY EFFECT
I persensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.

DOSAGE
Apply the ointment locally, 1 or 2 times a day, on properly washed and dried skin. Due to its astringent and decongestant action it can also be used on irritated skin (for example diaper rash). Apply a layer of ointment to cover the affected area (especially when used for the treatment of diaper rash); in case of burns and non-infected skin lesions, it is preferable to apply a thin layer of ointment, using a bandage if necessary Perform a light circular massage on the affected area, in order to obtain a partial absorption of the ointment, following which a dull white residue.

STORAGE
In a tightly closed container, away from heat.

WARNINGS
The medicine is to be used for external use only; it can be harmful if ingested. Avoid contact of the drug with the eyes; in case of accidental contact, wash with plenty of 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, it is necessary to resort to a different treatment. The use, especially if prolonged, of medicines for local use can give rise to phenomena of irritation or sensitization. In this case, it is necessary to interrupt the treatment and institute a suitable therapy. Important information about some of the excipients: not relevant.

INTERACTIONS
None known.

SIDE EFFECTS
The following are the undesirable effects of zinc oxide organized according to the MedDRA system organ class. There are insufficient data available to establish the frequency of the individual effects listed. Disorders of the immune system. Allergic / hypersensitivity reaction: rash, hives, itching and / or swelling (especially of the face, tongue, throat, lips), tightness in the chest, difficulty in breathing. Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: skin irritation. Burning, tingling and dark spots on the skin.

PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING
Generally, the use of the ointment in pregnancy and lactation is considered safe if applied to confined areas and for short periods of time. No clinical data on exposed pregnancies are available for zinc oxide ointment. This medicine, if used in accordance with the modalities of use, is not absorbed and therefore does not cause systemic effects; in case of damaged skin, it can be absorbed in small quantities. There are no data on the use of zinc oxide ointment during breastfeeding and it is not known whether this active ingredient passes into breast milk. However, since the absorption of the drug can be considered negligible, it is very unlikely that significant quantities reach the breast milk.