gigantic Desitin Maximum Strength Original Generic Name: Zinc Oxide (zink OKS ide) Brand Name: AmeriDerm PeriShield, Ammens Original Medicated, Ammens Shower Fresh, Balmex, Boudreaux's Butt Paste, ...show all 13 brand names. Calazime Skin Protectant, Critic-Aid Thick Moisture Barrier, Desitin Maximum Strength Original, Desitin Rapid Relief, Dr. Smith's Diaper Rash, Elta Seal Moisture Barrier, PeriGuard, Pharmabase Barrier Overview Side Effects Dosage Pregnancy Reviews More Uses of Desitin Maximum Strength Original: It is used to treat skin irritation. It is used to treat diaper rash. Slideshow Newborn Baby Health: 8 Woes From Cradle Cap And Colic To Whooping Cough What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Desitin Maximum Strength Original? If you have an allergy to zinc oxide or any other part of Desitin Maximum Strength Original (zinc oxide). If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have a deep wound or a puncture wound. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Desitin Maximum Strength Original with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Desitin Maximum Strength Original? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Do not put on open or deep wounds, animal bites, infections, or very bad burns or cuts. This medicine may cause harm if swallowed. If Desitin Maximum Strength Original is swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Desitin Maximum Strength Original) best taken? Use Desitin Maximum Strength Original as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Do not take this medicine by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn). Wash your hands before and after use. Do not wash your hands after use if putting this on your hand. Clean affected part before use. Make sure to dry well. Put on affected part and rub gently. If you are using under a diaper, change the diaper often. Clean the affected area and allow it to dry. Use the drug with each diaper changed, especially at bedtime. What do I do if I miss a dose? Put on a missed dose as soon as you think about it. Many times Desitin Maximum Strength Original is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very bad skin irritation. What are some other side effects of Desitin Maximum Strength Original? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Desitin Maximum Strength Original? Store at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Desitin Maximum Strength Original or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Desitin Maximum Strength Original. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Desitin Maximum Strength Original Paste (zinc oxide topical) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: miscellaneous topical agents Consumer resources Other brands: Balmex , Desitin Rapid Relief Cream , PeriGuard , Triple Paste , ... +23 more Professional resources Related treatment guides Diaper Rash Drug Status OTC Availability Over the counter N Pregnancy Category Not classified N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Desitin Maximum Strength Original Paste Rating No Reviews - Be the first! No Reviews - Be the first! Not Rated - Be the first! 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