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Lactrex
Ammonium Lactate 12% Topical


Lactrex is used to treat dry, itchy, or scaly skin conditions (e.g., xerosis, ichthyosis). It works by increasing the skin s natural moisture.

ALTERNATE NAMES

Lac-Hydrin, Amlactin, Ammonium Lactate

 
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lactrex
Lac-Hydrin, Amlactin, Ammonium Lactate

Uses
Lactrex is used to treat dry, itchy, or scaly skin conditions (e.g., xerosis, ichthyosis). It works by increasing the skin s natural moisture.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2 to 30 degrees C).


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contract your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Lactrex may be harmful if swallowed.

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Lactrex 12 Moisturizing Cream
Lactrex 12 Moisturizing Cream
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Lactrex Creme Hidratante Tb 120 Gr -
Lactrex Creme Hidratante Tb 120 Gr -

How To Use
  • Apply a thin layer of medication to the affected area of skin usually twice daily; or as directed by your doctor.
  • Rub the medication thoroughly into the skin.
  • Avoid getting any of Lactrex in contact with your eyes, lips, inside the nose, or on open wounds.
  • Using Lactrex on your face, recently shaved legs, or cracked skin may cause irritation.
  • Consult your pharmacist.

Side Effects
  • Burning, stinging, and dryness of the skin may occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: darkening of skin color, skin peeling, redness, swelling, small red dots on the skin, worsening of your current skin condition.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: sores or wounds on the skin, allergies you may have.
  • Lactrex may make you more sensitive to the sun.
  • Avoid sun exposure, use a sunscreen, and wear protective clothing on the areas of skin treated with Lactrex.
  • Lactrex should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is not known whether Lactrex passes into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: other medicated skin products.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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