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Zinc oxide (15%)
Skin protectant - Diaper rash treatment
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.
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.
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.
Store at temperatures below 90 F (32 C).
sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Zinc oxide; [reviewed 2026 Aug 2; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/zinc-oxide
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