What is Amlactin?
Ammonium lactate is a mixture of ammonium hydroxide and lactic acid. Ammonium lactate acts as a moisturiser.Ammonium lactate can be used to treat dry and scaly-sensitive skin.Ammonium lactate is also employed for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.
Side effects of Amlactin
Contact a medical professional immediately. If you notice any of the following symptoms that indicate an allergic reaction, symptoms of hives: difficulty breathing or swelling of your lips, face, or tongue.
Amlactin could cause severe adverse effects. Do not take Amlactin, and consult your physician immediately if you suffer from:
- Intense redness or stinging at the site where the medication was sprayed.
Common side effects of amlactin include:
- Minor skin irritation or dryness after the use minor skin irritation or dryness after use
- Bleeding or discoloration of the treated skin.
This isn't a complete list of possible side effects, and other side effects could be present. Consult your physician for advice regarding medical adverse effects. You can report any adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Follow all the instructions on your prescription label and on the label of your package. Be sure to inform your healthcare professionals about your medical ailments and allergies, as well as the medicines you are taking.
Similar/related drugs
Hydroxyzine, topical hydrocortisone, Benadryl, diphenhydramine, lidocaine topical, topical urea, and ammonium lactate topical
Prior to use this drug
It is not recommended to use this medicine if you're allergic to ammonium lactate, the molecule glycerin, mineral oil propylene glycol, or parabens.Ammonium lactate could be most likely to trigger irritation on the skin in those who have sensitive or fair skin.FDA pregnant category C. It isn't known whether amlactin can cause harm to a baby who is not yet born. Inform your doctor if you are expecting or planning to become pregnant while taking this medication.It isn't known if ammonium lactate is absorbed by topical application into breast milk or if it is harmful to nursing babies. See your physician if are nursing a child.Don't give Amlactin to children without medical guidance.
How to take Amlactin?
Ammonium lactate can be applied two times a day. Apply exactly as instructed on the label or as recommended by your physician. Avoid using in larger than smaller amounts or for a longer period than is recommended.Shake the lotion version of this medicine thoroughly before you use it.Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying the medication, unless you are applying it to treat a hand problem.Don't apply ammonium lactate to your face unless you are advised to do so by your physician.Contact your physician if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse when you are taking Amlactin.Keep it at room temperature, free of heat and moisture.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Take the missed dose as quickly as you can remember. If it's getting close to time to take the next dosage, wait until the time to apply the medication and then skip the dose you missed. Don't use any extra medicine to replace the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
It is highly unlikely that an overdose will be experienced with the use of amlactin.
What should be avoided?
Do not take it by mouth. Amlactin is intended for use in skin care. Avoid using amlactin on open wounds, sunburned, windburned, or inflamed skin. If this medication is absorbed into your nose, eyes, mouth, rectum, or vagina, clean it with water.
Interaction with other drugs
It's unlikely that other medications you take by mouth or inject will affect the ammonium lactate that you apply topically. However, many medications can interfere with each other. Inform your health care professionals about the medicines you take, which include prescription and non-prescription drugs, vitamins, and herbal remedies.
