What is Gold Bond anti-itch?
Gold Bond Anti-Iitch (pramoxine) is an anaesthetic or "numbing medication." It works by blocking pain signals from nerves to the brain.Gold Bond Anti-Itch Lotion can be used to relieve minor skin irritations or rashes caused by poison ivy, minor cuts, minor burns, or minor scrapes. This medicine can also be used to treat chapped skin, pain, or irritation from poison oak or sumac.
Warnings
Gold Bond Anti-Itch should be used exactly as instructed on the label or by your doctor. Use Gold Bond Anti-Itch only as directed. Do not exceed the prescribed dosage or use for longer than recommended.If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek emergency medical attention: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, or throat; hivesYou may experience less serious side effects or none at all.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to pramoxine, then Gold Bond Anti-Itch should be avoided.If you have an allergy to drugs or other numbing medications, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it's safe to use Gold Bond Anti-Itch.Gold Bond anti-itch may harm a baby in utero. If you are pregnant, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor.There is no way to know if pramoxine topically passes into breastmilk or if it can harm a baby who is nursing. If you are breastfeeding a child, do not take this medication without consulting a doctor.
How to take Gold Bond anti-itch?
Gold Bond Anti-Itch should be used exactly as instructed on the label or by your doctor. Use Gold Bond Anti-Itch only as directed.Do not exceed the prescribed dose, nor use it for longer than necessary.Gold Bond Anti-Itch can be applied 3–5 times daily, depending on the form you are using. Use the dosage and frequency recommended by your doctor or on the label.Hands should be washed before and after using Gold Bond anti-itch. Use warm water with mild soap to wash the affected area. Rinse the affected area and thoroughly dry it.Use only enough Gold Bond anti-itch lotion on the affected area.If your symptoms don't improve within 7 days or your condition gets better and then returns, stop using Gold Bond Anti-Itch and consult your doctor.Store at room temperature away from heat and moisture.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Gold Bond Anti-Itch can be used as required, so you won't miss a dosage.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 if you believe you may have consumed poison. Otherwise seek immediate medical assistance.
What should be avoided?
Avoid getting the medication in your nose or eyes. Rinse with water if this happens. Gold Bond Anti-Itch lotion should not be used on large areas of skin, deep wounds, blistered or severe skin, or burns. If you have a more serious skin injury or irritation, seek medical attention.Do not use other medications to treat the same areas that you have treated with Gold Bond Anti-Itch, unless you are told by your doctor.
Side effects of Gold Bond anti-itch
If you notice symptoms indicative of an allergic reaction, seek medical assistance immediately: hives, difficulty breathing and swelling to lips, face, tongue or throat.
If you experience any adverse symptoms, such as:
- Any new redness or swelling at the site of application;
- The medicine can cause severe pain, burning, or stinging.
You may experience less serious side effects or none at all.There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Contact the FDA by dialing 1-800-FDA-1088 in order to report side effects.
Interaction with other drug
Pramoxine applied topically is unlikely to interact with other drugs that you may take orally or by injection. Many drugs interact with each other. Inform your doctor of all the medications you take, including over-the-counter and prescription drugs, vitamins and minerals, herbs, and other medicines prescribed by doctors. Inform your doctor immediately if you start taking new medicines.
