Zinc oxide: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Brands

How to use Zinc oxide

Ce que dit la notice officielle. Si un médecin vous l'a prescrit, suivez l'ordonnance. La notice de votre boîte prime si elle est différente.

Pour qui

Helps prevent diaper rash. Protects chafed irritated skin due to diaper rash. Helps protect from wetness that causes diaper rash. Temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation due to diaper rash. Helps treat/heal diaper rash.

Comment le prendre et à quelle fréquence

Change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanser the diaper area, and allow to dry
Push on the bottom to release the product
Heat the product for a few seconds on your hands and apply on baby's bottom
Apply product liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged
If necessary, after use, wipe off the excess on the tube contour before closing it

While you are taking it

Avoid contact with eyes
If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water

Warnings

Allergens: almond For external use only. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Stop use and consult a doctor if symptoms worsen or last for more than 7 days. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, call a poison control centre or get edical help right away.

Effets secondaires possibles

Stop use and consult a doctor if symptoms worsen or last for more than 7 days.

How to store it

Store at temperatures below 90 F (32 C). Keep out of reach of children.

En cas d'oubli

Prenez-le dès que vous y pensez, sauf s'il est presque l'heure de la dose suivante. Dans ce cas, sautez la dose oubliée. Ne prenez jamais deux doses à la fois pour compenser. Vérifiez votre notice, certains médicaments font exception.

Me rappeler de le prendre Notice officielle complète

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2024-10-02.

Marques dans le monde

Products with Zinc oxide as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Zinc OxideZINC OXIDE 126 g/kg · Lotion · HK Kolmar Canada, Inc

NDC 49354-119Label

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Makeup For Normal To Dry SkinZINC OXIDE 2.1 mg/mL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE 4.3 mg/mL · Liquid · Revlon Consumer Products Corp

NDC 10967-643Label

Zinc OxideZINC OXIDE 1 kg/kg · Powder · SUNJIN BEAUTY SCIENCE CO., LTD.

NDC 71028-1102Label

Lbel Forever Hydra Base Hidratante De Larga Duracion Fps 15 Hydrating Longwear Foundation Spf 15 Almendra 230-nOCTINOXATE 50 mg/g, ZINC OXIDE 29.4 mg/g · Emulsion · BEL STAR S A

NDC 14141-344Label

Topcare CalamineZINC OXIDE 160 mg/mL · Lotion · TOPCO ASSOCIATES LLC

NDC 36800-702Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACZinc Oxide 15.2% Cream A4-100589 NAFDACItchnil Cream C4-1672 NAFDACPeuraderm Cream A4-100621 NAFDACAnomex Ointment C4-0520 NAFDACCalamine Lotion 04-4727 NAFDACExlotrix Powder_ A4-101355 NAFDACNino Calamine Lotion 04-5568 NAFDACFreshborn Zinc Oxide Cream A4-101261 NAFDACDe-Shalom Calamine Lotion_ B4-1995 NAFDACDen-V Zinc Oxide Adhesive Plaster A3-100902 NAFDACMore-C Zinc Oxide Adhesive Plaster A3-101251 NAFDACUCH-MED Zinc Oxide Adhesive Plaster A3-100656

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Globe Zinc Oxide Ointment USP Zinc Oxide 20% Skin Protectant, Net Wt. 2 oz (56.7 g), Distributed by: Trifecta Pharmaceuticals USA 101 NE, Third Avenue, Suite 1500, Ft. Lauderdale, U.S. FDA Class II

31 Oct 2025 · Blossom Pharmaceuticals · OngoingcGMP deviations

Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Zinc Oxide Ointment USP, Zinc Oxide 20% Skin Protectant, Net Wt. 15 oz (425g), Made in India, Manufactured for: Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Sacramento, U.S. FDA Class II

31 Oct 2025 · Blossom Pharmaceuticals · OngoingcGMP deviations

Nivagen, Zinc Oxide Ointment USP, Zinc Oxide 20 %, Net Wt. 1 oz. (28.4g), Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Sacramento, CA 95827, USA, Made in India, NDC 75834-170-02.U.S. FDA Class II

31 Oct 2025 · Blossom Pharmaceuticals · OngoingcGMP deviations

Nivagen, Zinc Oxide Ointment, Net Wt. 1 oz. (28.4g), Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Sacramento, CA 95827, USA Made in India, NDC 75834-170-01.U.S. FDA Class II

31 Oct 2025 · Blossom Pharmaceuticals · OngoingcGMP deviations

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

Check your pack of Zinc oxide

Nom du médicament ou numéro d'enregistrement Date de péremption sur la boîte (facultatif) N° de lot (facultatif)

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Questions about Zinc oxide

What is Zinc oxide used for?

Helps prevent diaper rash. Protects chafed irritated skin due to diaper rash. Helps protect from wetness that causes diaper rash. Temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation due to diaper rash. Helps treat/heal diaper rash. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Zinc oxide?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Change wet and soiled diapers promptly, cleanser the diaper area, and allow to dry. Push on the bottom to release the product. Heat the product for a few seconds on your hands and apply on baby's bottom. Apply product liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged. If necessary, after use,…

Do I need a prescription for Zinc oxide?

In many countries Zinc oxide is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Zinc oxide?

Zinc oxide is sold under names such as Lantiseptic Multi-purpose, Manzatin-e, Baza-protect, Flanders, Risamine, Periguard, Rash Relief Antibacterial, Rash Relief Antifungal. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Zinc oxide is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.