Benzyl Alcohol / Zinc Acetate
Benzyl Alcohol/Zinc Acetate is a topical multi-ingredient medication commonly used as a skin protectant and antiseptic treatment. The combination is frequently found in diaper rash creams and barrier preparations, where Zinc Acetate provides protective barrier properties while Benzyl Alcohol acts as a preservative with mild antibacterial effects.
Topical skin protectant and antiseptic medication commonly used for diaper rash and minor skin irritations.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1008026
- Generic
- Benzyl Alcohol / Zinc Acetate
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used for the treatment and prevention of diaper rash, minor skin irritations, and as a protective barrier for sensitive skin areas prone to moisture and irritation.
Zinc Acetate acts as an astringent and barrier agent, helping to protect skin from moisture and irritants, while Benzyl Alcohol provides preservative and mild antibacterial properties to prevent infection in damaged skin.
For topical use only; avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Discontinue use if irritation or allergic reaction occurs. Consult a healthcare provider for use in infants or if symptoms persist beyond 7 days.
Official drug label
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