Lanolin
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Sourced from openFDA- Uses: Temporarily protects and helps relieve chafed, chapped or cracked skin Temporarily protects minor: cuts, scrapes and burns.
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDADirections ■ Clean the affected area and dry thoroughly. ■ Apply a small amount of this product to provide a thin film on to the affected area 1 to 5 times daily as required. ■ Children under two years of age: Ask a doctor.
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAFor external use only. Do not use on ■ deep or puncture wounds ■ animal bites ■ serious burns When using this product avoid contact with the eyes Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this product.
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.
454 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.
Literature
Recent PubMed references pinned to Lanolin as a MeSH major topic. Citations link to pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.
- A Hidden Wound Care Ingredient: Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Lanolin (Wool) Alcohols in Cuticerin.The Australasian journal of dermatology · 2026 · Ting SY, Kennedy HPMID 41146628DOI 10.1111/ajd.14621
- Capacitive Biosensing of Skin Irritants Using a Lanolin-Based Artificial Stratum Corneum Model.Biosensors · 2025 · Cheng CT, Kung Y, Chen HY, et al.PMID 41002304DOI 10.3390/bios15090564
- Efficacy of a Topical Lanolin-Beeswax-Olive Oil Blend (RepoGen Cream) in Preventing Nipple Fissures in Breastfeeding Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025 · Modarresy SZ, Sattarpour R, Sadeghimoghadam P, et al.PMID 40874389DOI 10.1111/jocd.70409
- Effectiveness of the Application of Lanolin, Aloe Vera, and Peppermint on Nipple Pain and Nipple Trauma in Lactating Mothers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Maternal and child health journal · 2024 · Shetty AP, Halemani K, Issac A, et al.PMID 39436586DOI 10.1007/s10995-024-04006-1
- Fractioning and Compared (1)H NMR and GC-MS Analyses of Lanolin Acid Components.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023 · Morano C, Dei Cas M, Bergamaschi RF, et al.PMID 36838621DOI 10.3390/molecules28041635
- Comparison of Lanolin and Human Milk Treatment of Painful and Damaged Nipples: A Randomized Control Trial.Journal of human lactation : official journal of International Lactation Consultant Association · 2023 · Perić O, Pavičić Bošnjak A, Mabić M, et al.PMID 36401521DOI 10.1177/08903344221135793
- Development, characterization and in vivo evaluation of the ointment containing hyaluronic acid for potential wound healing applications.Journal of biomaterials science. Polymer edition · 2022 · Figueira TG, Dos Santos FV, Yoshioka SA, et al.PMID 35451917DOI 10.1080/09205063.2022.2068946
- Eco-friendly sunscreen formulation based on starches and PEG-75 lanolin increases the antioxidant capacity and the light scattering activity in the visible light.Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biology · 2021 · Infante VHP, Lohan SB, Schanzer S, et al.PMID 34320457DOI 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2021.112264
Clinical trials
The 10 most recently updated of 15 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Lanolin as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.
- Dermocosmetic Evaluation of Propolis Ointments in Atopic-Prone Dry SkinActive not recruiting · Interventional · 30 enrolled · Manara UniversityNCT07618234updated 2026-06-01
- Comparing Supplemental Topical Agents for the Treatment of Acute Radiation Dermatitis in Patients With Breast CancerActive not recruiting · Phase 1 · Interventional · 208 enrolled · City of Hope Medical CenterNCT05340673updated 2026-01-28
- Investigating the Impact of Vitamin D Biofortified Tomatoes on Serum Levels of 25(OH)DEnrolling by invitation · Interventional · 76 enrolled · Quadram Institute BioscienceNCT07142759updated 2025-08-27
- StrataXRT for the Prevention and Treatment of Radiation Dermatitis in Breast Cancer or Head and Neck Cancer PatientsWithdrawn · Interventional · 0 enrolled · OHSU Knight Cancer InstituteNCT05073172updated 2024-05-06
- Effectiveness of Highly Purified Anhydrous (HPA) Lanolin Versus Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil in Preventing Subacute Lactation MastitisUnknown · Phase 1 · Interventional · 100 enrolled · Texas Woman's UniversityNCT06317688updated 2024-03-27
- Wound Healing After Endoscopic Sinus SurgeryUnknown · Interventional · 50 enrolled · Assiut UniversityNCT06070311updated 2023-10-06
- Breast Massage and Hot Compress Application to Mothers With Premature Babies at Newborn Intensive Care University Effect on Milk Release and AnxietyCompleted · Interventional · 120 enrolled · Seyma ErtugralNCT05420389updated 2022-06-21
- Effect of Lanolin and Breastmilk in the Treatment of Sore and Damaged Nipples in Breastfeeding WomenCompleted · Phase 2 · Interventional · 206 enrolled · University of MostarNCT04153513updated 2021-02-16
- Effects of Bend Beauty's Anti-Aging Formula on Inflammatory MarkersWithdrawn · Interventional · 0 enrolled · Bend Beauty Inc.NCT03862872updated 2020-07-16
- Website Application Based Education and Text Messaging in Improving Skin Wound Care in Patients Undergoing Mohs SurgeryCompleted · Interventional · 90 enrolled · Wake Forest University Health SciencesNCT02373722updated 2018-07-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lanolin used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Lanolin carries indications including: Uses: Temporarily protects and helps relieve chafed, chapped or cracked skin Temporarily protects minor: cuts, scrapes and burns.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
- What are the brand names for Lanolin?
- Lanolin is marketed under brand names including A+D Original, Calmoseptine, Corona Multi-Purpose, Dr. Smith's Rash-n-All, Lanashield, Lansinoh, Lantiseptic, Supraderm.
Note. Data for
lanolin 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.