Calcium Hydroxide / Zinc Oxide
Calcium Hydroxide/Zinc Oxide is a dental medicament commonly used as a protective dressing following tooth extractions and dental procedures. It combines the antiseptic and pulp-protective properties of calcium hydroxide with the protective, astringent qualities of zinc oxide to promote healing and reduce discomfort in the oral cavity.
A dental dressing paste used to protect healing tooth sockets and promote oral tissue recovery after dental procedures.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1007982
- Generic
- Calcium Hydroxide / Zinc Oxide
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used as a protective dressing after dental extractions, as a base/liner under dental restorations, in root canal therapy as an inter-appointment dressing, and for pulp capping procedures in certain cases.
Calcium hydroxide provides an alkaline environment with antibacterial properties and may stimulate secondary dentin formation, while zinc oxide acts as an astringent and protective barrier that helps absorb exudate and maintain a clean healing environment.
For professional dental use only. Should not be swallowed. Patients with known sensitivities to any components should avoid use. Application should be performed by qualified dental professionals. May cause temporary sensitivity in some patients.
Official drug label
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