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Drug Details

LACTICARE

• Drug Class Description
  Emollients.
• Generic Name
  Lactic acid, sodium pyrrolidone carboxylate
• Presentation
  Lotion for cutaneous use.
• Description
  Lactic acid 5% w/w, sodium pyrrolidone carboxylate 2.5% w/w
• Indications
  LactiCare is indicated for the symptomatic relief of hyperkeratotic and other chronic dry skin conditions, and for dry skin conditions caused by low humidity or the use of detergents.
• Adult Dosage
  

  Use as required on affected areas or as directed by a doctor.

• Special Precautions
  

  Keep away from the eyes and mucous membranes. Should contact with the eyes occur, remove with water. Keep out of the reach of children.

• Adverse Drug Reactions
  

  Occasionally a transient mild stinging sensation may occur. Should prolonged irritation develop when used on abraded or inflamed skin, discontinue use.