Lanolin topical

Lanolin is a natural substance found in sheep's wool. This product is made using processes that lower certain allergens in the lanolin.

Lanolin topical (for the skin) is used to treat or prevent dry skin, itching, or other skin irritation caused by conditions like diaper rash, skin burns from radiation therapy, and others.

Lanolin topical is also used to treat sore and cracked nipples from breast-feeding.

Lanolin topical may also be used for reasons not listed in this medication guide.

Lanolin topical comes in cream or ointment form. Use your medicine exactly as directed on the label or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not take by mouth. Lanolin topical is only for skin use. If this product gets in your eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina, rinse with water.

Apply a small amount of lanolin topical to the affected area and rub it in gently.

To use lanolin topical for sore nipples: Apply a pea-sized amount to the entire nipple area after each feeding. You do not need to wash off lanolin topical before breast-feeding again.

When using lanolin topical to treat or prevent diaper rash: Clean the diaper area well and allow it to dry thoroughly before applying the medicine. Apply at each diaper change as needed.

To treat or prevent radiation therapy skin burns: Ask your healthcare professional which brand to use and when to apply it (before or after each radiation treatment).

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse while using lanolin topical.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle or tube tightly closed when not in use.

Follow all instructions on the product label and package. Inform all your healthcare providers about your medical conditions, allergies, and all the medicines you take.

You should not use lanolin topical if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use lanolin topical if you have:

• deep wounds or open sores;
• swelling, warmth, redness, oozing, or bleeding;
• large areas of skin irritation; or
• any type of allergy.

Lanolin topical is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Seek a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

Lanolin topical is often applied to the skin of the nipple area to treat conditions caused by breast-feeding. This product is not expected to harm a nursing baby. Use only as directed.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives, trouble breathing, or swelling in your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using lanolin topical and contact your doctor if you experience severe burning, stinging, redness, or irritation where you applied the product.

Less serious side effects may happen more often, and you might not have any side effects at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since this product is used as needed, there is no daily dosing schedule. Seek medical advice if your condition does not improve after using lanolin topical.

An overdose is unlikely to happen.

Do not get lanolin topical in your eyes.

Other drugs may interact with lanolin topical, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform all of your health care providers about all the medicines you are currently using and any medicine you begin or discontinue.