Dimethicone
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Sourced from openFDA- Baby XtraCare® Oatmeal Daily Moisturizing Lotion Lightly Scented Dimethicon Skin Protectant with Natural Oat Extract Helps Soothe & Soften Baby's Skin 12 FL OZ (354 mL)
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDADirections Apply liberally as often as needed.
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAFor extenal use only. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. In case of eye contact, flush with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens. Symptoms last more than 7days or clear up and occur again within a few days.
Approval history
Sourced from openFDA- Mar 19, 1984ANDAANDA088042Crown Labs
- Nov 30, 2000NDANDA021140Kenvue Brands
FAERS reports
Reference statistics only. FAERS reports are voluntarily submitted and are not incidence rates, safety signals, or causal evidence. Counts reflect reporting volume — how often a reaction was reported, not how often it occurs. For decision-grade use, consult openFDA and the FAERS Public Dashboard directly.
32,321 total reports matchedLatest report Share = reports listing the reaction ÷ total matched reports. Rows can sum to >100% because a single report often lists multiple reactions.
- 1Diarrhoea6,45320%
- 2Drug Ineffective3,1639.8%
- 3Nausea3,1049.6%
- 4Fatigue2,6058.1%
- 5Off Label Use2,2807.1%
- 6Vomiting2,1566.7%
- 7Constipation1,7705.5%
- 8Weight Decreased1,5324.7%
- 9Abdominal Pain1,3824.3%
- 10Incorrect Dose Administered1,3814.3%
- 11Dyspnoea1,3644.2%
- 12Headache1,3474.2%
- 13Asthenia1,3154.1%
- 14Decreased Appetite1,2403.8%
- 15Dehydration1,2383.8%
Clinical trials
The 10 most recently updated of 38 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Dimethicone as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.
- Improving the Care of Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis (IAD) Using a Beta-Glucan Cream as a Hydrating and Soothing AgentNot yet recruiting · Interventional · 60 enrolled · University of AlbertaNCT07524439updated 2026-04-28
- Skin Barrier Function and Inflammation in Aging: The BIA StudyRecruiting · Phase 4 · Interventional · 32 enrolled · University of California, San FranciscoNCT06750653updated 2026-03-06
- Metronidazole SC Penetrance With MoisturizersCompleted · Interventional · 21 enrolled · Duke UniversityNCT06434519updated 2026-01-30
- Efficacy and Safety of OsrhCT and Dimethicone Emulsion Before Upper Endoscopy on Visualization of the Gastric Mucosa.Active not recruiting · Phase 2 · Interventional · 336 enrolled · Healthgen Biotechnology Corp.NCT06722664updated 2025-04-29
- The Study on the Effect of Different Administration Methods of Simethicone in Reducing Bubbles During Bowel PreparationNot yet recruiting · Phase 4 · Interventional · 3 enrolled · The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of MedicineNCT06919120updated 2025-04-09
- Effect of Premedication With Pronase on Mucosal Cleanliness During EGDRecruiting · Interventional · 3,000 enrolled · Changhai HospitalNCT06713421updated 2025-02-25
- Comparison Effectiveness of Oral Ivermectin , 1% Permethrin Shampoo and 4% Dimeticone Liquid Gel in the Treatment of Pediculosis Capitis Among School Children in Chachoengsao Province, ThailandUnknown · Phase 4 · Interventional · 117 enrolled · Phramongkutklao College of Medicine and HospitalNCT06332872updated 2024-03-27
- Comparative Head Lice Therapy With Dimet 5® vs. Hedrin® OnceUnknown · Observational · 240 enrolled · Infectopharm Arzneimittel GmbHNCT04878276updated 2024-03-06
- A Comparative Split-Face Study of the Effects of a Retinol Alternative Cream on Improving Facial Skin AgingCompleted · Interventional · 35 enrolled · Dime Beauty Co.NCT06125912updated 2024-02-22
- The Effect Of High And Low Molecular Weight Sodium Hyaluronic Acid Eye Drops After CrosslinkingCompleted · Observational · 63 enrolled · Marmara UniversityNCT06243991updated 2024-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dimethicone used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Dimethicone carries indications including: Baby XtraCare® Oatmeal Daily Moisturizing Lotion Lightly Scented Dimethicon Skin Protectant with Natural Oat Extract Helps Soothe & Soften Baby's Skin 12 FL OZ (354 mL). This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
- What class of drug is Dimethicone?
- Dimethicone is classified as Other ectoparasiticides, incl. scabicides, Skin Barrier Activity.
- What are the brand names for Dimethicone?
- Dimethicone is marketed under brand names including A+D Diaper Rash, Aloe Vesta Daily Moisturizer, Aloe Vesta Skin Conditioner, Baza Cleanse and Protect, Baza-Protect, Comfort Shield, Cool bottoms, Dermasil.
Note. Data for
dimethicone is illustrative MVP content compiled from public sources. pharmacopeia is for educational and informational use only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.