DiabetAid Anti-Itch (Topical)

Resorcinol is used to treat acne, seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, and other skin problems. It is also used to treat corns, calluses, and warts.

Resorcinol helps to remove hard, scaly, or rough skin.

Some of these products are available only with your doctor's prescription.

When using resorcinol, do not apply any of the following products on the same affected area as this medicine, unless your doctor tells you to:

• Abrasive soaps or cleansers
• Alcohol-containing products
• Any other topical acne product or product that has a peeling agent (for example, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, sulfur, or tretinoin [vitamin A acid])
• Cosmetics or soaps that dry out the skin
• Medicated cosmetics
• Other topical skin medicine

Using any of the above products on the same affected area as resorcinol may lead to severe skin irritation.

This medicine may darken light-colored hair.

In deciding to use a medicine, you and your doctor need to think about the risks and benefits. For this medicine, consider the following:

Allergies

Inform your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medicines. Also, let your healthcare professional know if you have any other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, carefully read the label or package ingredients.

Pediatric

Resorcinol can be absorbed through the skin and should not be used on large areas of the bodies of infants and children. Additionally, resorcinol should not be applied to wounds, as this may lead to a blood disease called methemoglobinemia.

Geriatric

Many medicines have not been specifically studied in older people. As a result, it may not be clear if they work the same way in older adults as they do in younger adults. Although there is no specific information comparing the use of resorcinol in the elderly to other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or issues in older people than it does in younger adults.

Interactions with Medicines

Some medicines should not be used together at all, while others can be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to adjust the dose, or take other precautions. Inform your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines.

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken at or around the time of eating food or specific types of food due to possible interactions. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also lead to interactions. Talk with your healthcare professional about using your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Not all of these side effects may happen, but if they do, they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common or rare

• Skin irritation not present before use of this medicine

Symptoms of resorcinol poisoning

• Diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, or vomiting
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• headache (severe or continuing)
• nervousness or restlessness
• slow heartbeat, shortness of breath, or troubled breathing
• sweating
• unusual tiredness or weakness

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Additionally, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue, are bothersome, or if you have any questions about them:

More common

• Redness and peeling of skin (may occur after a few days)

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In the U.S.

• DiabetAid Anti-Itch

Available Dosage Forms:

• Cream

Therapeutic Class: Analgesic

It is very important that you use this medicine only as directed. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance of absorption through the skin and the chance of resorcinol poisoning.

Apply enough resorcinol to cover the affected areas, and rub in gently.

Immediately after using this medicine, wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them.

Keep this medicine away from the eyes. If you should accidentally get some in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For lotion dosage form: For acne, seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, or psoriasis: Adults and children—Use as needed.
• For ointment dosage form: For acne, seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, corns, calluses, or warts: Adults and children—Use and dose must be determined by the doctor.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.