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Lac-hydrin Cream Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Ammonium lactate (equivalent to 12% lactic acid).
Pharmacological Class
Emollient.
See Also
How Supplied
Crm—280g (2 x 140g), 385g
Lotion—225g, 400g
Lotion—225g, 400g
Manufacturer
Lac-hydrin Cream Indications
Indications
Ichthyosis vulgaris. Dry skin.
Lac-hydrin Cream Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<2yrs: not recommended. ≥2yrs: apply to affected area and rub in twice daily.
Lac-hydrin Cream Contraindications
Not Applicable
Lac-hydrin Cream Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Lac-hydrin Cream Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid eyes, lips, mucous membranes, exposure to sun or UV light. Pregnancy (Cat.B for cream; Cat.C for lotion). Nursing mothers.
Lac-hydrin Cream Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Lac-hydrin Cream Interactions
Not Applicable
Lac-hydrin Cream Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Transient stinging/burning (esp. on broken skin), irritation (esp. on face), rash, peeling, eczema, petechiae, dryness, hyperpigmentation.
Lac-hydrin Cream Clinical Trials
See Literature
Lac-hydrin Cream Note
Not Applicable
Lac-hydrin Cream Patient Counseling
See Literature
