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Miconazole/Petrolatum/Zinc Oxide Topical Ointment (MICONAZOLE/ZINC OXIDE/PETROLATUM - TOPICAL)

For diaper rash.

Brand Name(s): Vusion

Generic Name: Miconazole/Petrolatum/Zinc Oxide

Instructions

DO NOT take this medicine by mouth.

Clean and dry the area to be treated before applying the medicine.

Do not rub the medicine into the skin.

Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.

This medicine should only be used on the skin.

Avoid getting the medicine in the eyes, nose, or mouth. Wash the medicine off your fingers after applying it.

Avoid getting this medicine inside the vagina.

Change wet and soiled diapers as soon as possible. After the diaper change, allow the area to dry before applying the medicine. Use with each diaper change, especially at bedtime.

Wash your hands before and after handling this medicine.

If medicine gets in your eyes, rinse well with cool water.

If using around diaper area, do not use tight fitting diapers or plastic pants.

Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.

Keep using this medicine for the full number of days that it is prescribed. Do not stop the medicine even if you start to feel better.

Cautions

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

It is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.

During pregnancy, this medicine should be used only when clearly needed. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits.

It is important that you keep taking each dose of this medicine on time even if you are feeling well.

If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time.

Do not start or stop any other medicines without first speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.

Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or worsens after 7 days of using this medicine.

Seek medical attention if you see any signs of a serious infection. These signs include pain, increasing redness or pus where this medicine is being used.

Side Effects

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

  • signs of skin infection (such as irritation, redness, or swelling that does not improve)

This medicine usually has no side effects.

A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.

Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.

 
 

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