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Ammonium Lactate

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Formulation : Lotion
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Ammonium Lactate
Dosage: 12%
Quantity: 226gm
Price: $72.72

Indications

Lac-Hydrin lotion is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) lotion that contains ammonium lactate as its active ingredient.

Lac-Hydrin lotion is primarily used for the treatment of dry, scaly, and itchy skin conditions, such as xerosis and ichthyosis vulgaris. Lac-Hydrin lotion can help exfoliate dead skin cells from the surface of the skin, while also moisturizing it to help reduce dryness and itchiness.

Use and Dosage

If you are using the lotion, shake the bottle well before using it.

Apply a thin layer of this medication to the affected areas of the skin, usually twice daily or as directed by your doctor. Rub the medication thoroughly into the skin.

Be careful to avoid your eyes, lips, inside your mouth/nose, the vaginal area, and any areas of broken skin. Stinging or burning may occur when this medication is applied on the face, on chapped skin, or a recently shaved area of the skin. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Inform your doctor if your skin condition does not improve or worsen.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Lac-Hydrin may cause serious side effects. Stop using Lac-Hydrin and call your doctor at once if you have:

  • Severe redness or stinging where the medicine was applied

Common side effects of Lac-Hydrin may include:

  • Mild dryness or skin irritation after use
  • Bruising or discoloration of treated skin

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

Before using ammonium lactate, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: wounds or sores on the skin.

This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Tell your doctor right away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is not known if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Lac-Hydrin lotion is available in the following form and strengths:

  • Ammonium Lactate Lotion:
    • 12 %

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose is unlikely to occur with the use of Lac-Hydrin.

What should I avoid while using ammonium lactate?

Do not take it by mouth. Lac-Hydrin is for use only on the skin. Do not use Lac-Hydrin on open wounds or sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated skin. If this medication gets in your eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina, rinse it with water.

Resources:

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2007/019155s022lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/lac-hydrin.html#side-effects
  3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-1810/lac-hydrin-topical/details

Additional information

Brand Name:

Lac Hydrin Lotion

Scientific Name:

Ammonium Lactate

Other Names:

Ammonium Lactate Lotion

Strength(s):

12%

Quantities Available:

226gm

Formulation:

Lotion