Zinc
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Sourced from openFDA- Helps prevent diaper rash. Protects chafed irritated skin due to diaper rash.
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDAChange 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.
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAAllergens: 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.
Approval history
Sourced from openFDA- Jun 26, 1986NDANDA018959Hospira
- Jan 26, 1995ANDAANDA064046Bausch And Lomb Inc
- Oct 30, 1995ANDAANDA064064Bausch And Lomb Inc
- Oct 30, 1995ANDAANDA064068Bausch And Lomb Inc
- Jan 28, 1997NDANDA020458Eton
- Feb 16, 2006NDANDA021026Mylan
- Jul 18, 2019NDANDA209377Am Regent
- May 21, 2021ANDAANDA212007Exela Pharma
FAERS reports
- 1Fatigue3,4278.8%
- 2Nausea2,8497.3%
- 3Pain2,8067.2%
- 4Diarrhoea2,7507.1%
- 5Drug Ineffective2,6176.7%
- 6Off Label Use2,5876.6%
- 7Headache2,4946.4%
- 8Dyspnoea2,0605.3%
- 9Dizziness1,8024.6%
- 10Asthenia1,7104.4%
- 11Arthralgia1,6974.4%
- 12Rash1,6754.3%
- 13Fall1,6474.2%
- 14Constipation1,6034.1%
- 15Vomiting1,5313.9%
Literature
Recent PubMed references pinned to Zinc as a MeSH major topic. Citations link to pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.
- Effects of Zinc Fortification and Ultrasonic Treatment on the Physicochemical Properties, Structure, and Functionality of Germinated Black Rice Starch.Journal of food science · 2026 · Liang H, Yu J, Olajide TM, et al.PMID 42263214DOI 10.1111/1750-3841.71187
- Sex-Specific Prospective Association of Serum Zinc Concentration with Cardiovascular Disease and Mortality: A 10-Year Population-Based Cohort Study.Journal of cardiovascular translational research · 2026 · Ghafouri-Taleghani F, Bahadoran Z, Azizi F, et al.PMID 42262457DOI 10.1007/s12265-026-10789-1
- Genotype-specific responses of common bean to water deficit: mitigation by foliar-applied Fe, Zn, and Mn.Scientific reports · 2026 · Wanas MA, Salama AN, Abdelmotagaly MNM, et al.PMID 42260013DOI 10.1038/s41598-026-53639-5
- Low Zinc Ameliorated the Decrease in Intestinal Copper Level Induced by Low Dietary Copper: Involvement of SUMOylated-Mtf-1 and Mtf-1/Atp7a Pathway.FASEB journal : official publication of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology · 2026 · Zhong CC, Yang H, Hogstrand C, et al.PMID 42257536DOI 10.1096/fj.202503413R
- Physiological homeostasis, yield, and sugar profile of salt-stressed sugar beet plants as influenced by nano-structured mixture of zinc, boron, and molybdenum application.Scientific reports · 2026 · El-Nasr EKA, Rizk TY, Saudy HS, et al.PMID 42243398DOI 10.1038/s41598-026-54565-2
- High prevalence of serum zinc and copper deficiencies in systemic sclerosis: a cross-sectional study.Rheumatology international · 2026 · Yılmaz E, Oğuz Kökoğlu E, Şenel AS, et al.PMID 42234184DOI 10.1007/s00296-026-06180-7
- Exploring the Potential of Cerium-Zinc Co-Incorporated Titanium Implants for Enhanced Antibacterial Activity, Cytocompatibility, and Bone Regeneration.Journal of biomedical materials research. Part B, Applied biomaterials · 2026 · Mathew AM, Sreya PV, Vignesh K, et al.PMID 42231741DOI 10.1002/jbm.b.70093
- Self-activation by a C-terminal domain arginine finger regulates GTP hydrolysis in bacterial zinc metallochaperones.Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America · 2026 · Rocchio JS, Osterberg MK, McRae EM, et al.PMID 42228530DOI 10.1073/pnas.2608072123
Clinical trials
The 10 most recently updated of 1,100 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Zinc as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.
- Breast Milk Versus Barrier Creams for Diaper Dermatitis in Children Aged 0-24 MonthsNot yet recruiting · Interventional · 160 enrolled · University of MalayaNCT07633808updated 2026-06-11
- Silicone Barrier Spray Versus Zinc Oxide Ointment for Incontinence-Associated DermatitisCompleted · Interventional · 40 enrolled · Taoyuan Armed Forces General HospitalNCT07637695updated 2026-06-11
- Enhanced Dermatological Care to Reduce Rash and Paronychia in Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGRF)-Mutated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) Treated First-line With Amivantamab Plus LazertinibActive not recruiting · Phase 2 · Interventional · 305 enrolled · Janssen Research & Development, LLCNCT06120140updated 2026-06-05
- FIBERGRAFT Aeridyan Posterolateral Fusion StudyRecruiting · Interventional · 316 enrolled · DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.NCT07059065updated 2026-06-05
- Salvadora Persica-Zinc Oxide Versus MTA as Pulpotomy Agents in Mature Permanent Molars With Irreversible PulpitisNot yet recruiting · Interventional · 78 enrolled · Postgraduate Medical Institute, LahoreNCT07630181updated 2026-06-05
- First-in-human Clinical Trial to Assess Safety and Efficacy of the CardiaZn Bioresorbable Stent in Children With Pulmonary Artery Stenosis and Aortic CoarctationNot yet recruiting · Interventional · 45 enrolled · PediaStent LLCNCT07628101updated 2026-06-04
- Thinking Zinc: a Study of Zinc Supplements on the Navajo NationRecruiting · Phase 2 · Interventional · 100 enrolled · University of New MexicoNCT03908736updated 2026-06-04
- Evaluate the Efficacy of an Oral Health Behavioral Intervention in People With DiabetesEnrolling by invitation · Phase 4 · Interventional · 10,000 enrolled · Colgate PalmoliveNCT07619729updated 2026-06-03
- Sensing Physiological Symptoms of Opioid Withdrawal and Cravings in Patients With Opioid Use DisorderRecruiting · Observational · 20 enrolled · Spark Biomedical, Inc.NCT06487533updated 2026-06-02
- Zinc Therapy in Critical IllnessCompleted · Phase 1 · Interventional · 55 enrolled · University of VermontNCT01162109updated 2026-06-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zinc used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Zinc carries indications including: Helps prevent diaper rash. Protects chafed irritated skin due to diaper rash.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
zinc 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.