Generic name: lanolin topical [ lan-oh-lin-top-ik-al ]
Drug class: Topical emollients
Availability: Rx and/or otc
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
Brand names: Tender care, Lan-o-soothe, Lansinoh for breast feeding mothers, Lanolin topical
What is Lanolor cream?
Lanolin is a natural substance found in sheep's wool. This product is made with manufacturing processes that reduce certain allergens in the lanolin.
Lanolor Cream (for the skin) is used to treat or prevent dry skin, itching or other skin irritation caused by conditions such as diaper rash, radiation therapy skin burns, and others.
Lanolor Cream is also used to treat sore and cracked nipples caused by breast-feeding.
Lanolor Cream may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
How should I take Lanolor cream
Lanolor Cream is available in cream or ointment form. Use your medicine exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Do not take by mouth. Lanolor Cream is for use only on the skin. If this product gets in your eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina, rinse with water.
Apply a small amount of lanolin topical to the affected area and rub in gently.
To use Lanolor Cream for sore nipples: Apply a pea-sized amount to the entire nipple area after each feeding. You do not need to wash off this medicine before breast-feeding again.
When using Lanolor Cream to treat or prevent diaper rash: Clean the diaper area well and allow it to dry thoroughly before applying the medicine. Apply at each diaper change as needed.
To treat or prevent radiation therapy skin burns: Ask your healthcare professional which brand to use and when to apply it (before or after each radiation treatment).
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using Lanolor Cream.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle or tube tightly closed when not in use.
Dosing information
Before Taking
You should not use Lanolor Cream if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Lanolor Cream if you have:
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deep wounds or open sores;
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swelling, warmth, redness, oozing, or bleeding;
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large areas of skin irritation; or
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any type of allergy.
Lanolor Cream is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Seek a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.
Lanolor Cream is often applied to the skin of the nipple area to treat conditions caused by breast-feeding. This product is not expected to harm a nursing baby. Use only as directed.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Since this product is used as needed, it does not have a daily dosing schedule. Seek medical advice if your condition does not improve after using Lanolor Cream.
What happens if I overdose?
An overdose is unlikely to occur.
What should I avoid while using Lanolor cream?
Avoid getting Lanolor Cream in your eyes.
Lanolor cream side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using Lanolor Cream and call your doctor if you have severe burning, stinging, redness, or irritation where the product was applied.
Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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