Lavacol

Ethanol (sometimes called rubbing alcohol) is an antiseptic that reduces bacteria on surfaces.

Lavacol (for use on skin) is used to help lower the risk of Staph infection on the skin or around the nose.

Lavacol does not contain an antibiotic and should not be used instead of any other medications your doctor has prescribed.

Lavacol may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Shake the Nozin bottle before each use. Do not touch the bottle tip to your nose or skin. Instead, drop the medicine onto a cotton swab and apply the medicine using the swab.

Apply this medicine only to the skin just inside your nostril. Do not place a swab into your nose beyond the swab tip.

Each Nozin POPswab is for one use only. Throw the swab away after one use.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

Do not allow a child under 12 to use Lavacol without help from an adult.

Store at cool room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Lavacol is flammable. Do not use near high heat or open flame. Do not smoke until the medicine has completely dried on your skin.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you are using.

You should not use Lavacol if you are allergic to it.

You should not use Lavacol in or around your nose if you have nasal bleeding or irritation.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Lavacol is safe to use if you have ever had an allergy to foods or medicines.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you apply Lavacol to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.

Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 2 years old without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects may occur more often, and you may not experience any at all.

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

Since Lavacol is used as needed, you might not have a regular dosing schedule. If you miss a dose and it's almost time for your next dose, just skip the missed dose. Do not use two doses at the same time.

An overdose of ethanol topical is not likely to be harmful. Get emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if someone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Do not get Lavacol in your eyes or deep inside your nose.

Medicine that you apply to your skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you take. However, many drugs can interact with one another. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all the medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.