Lac-Hydrin

Lac-Hydrin Cream is used for:
Treating mild to severe forms of dry, scaly skin.
Lac-Hydrin Cream is a humectant. Exactly how it works is unknown but it increases the amount of water in the skin, making it softer and more pliable.
Use Lac-Hydrin Cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
* Apply Lac-Hydrin Cream to the affected area and rub in thoroughly twice daily or as directed by your health care provider.
* Wash your hands immediately after using Lac-Hydrin Cream, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
* If you miss a dose of Lac-Hydrin Cream, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lac-Hydrin Cream.
* Lac-Hydrin Cream may cause stinging or burning when applied to cracked or scraped skin (eg, after shaving).
* Lac-Hydrin Cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, lips, or mucous membranes.
* Lac-Hydrin Cream may be harmful if swallowed. If you or someone you know may have taken Lac-Hydrin Cream by mouth, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
* Overuse of topical products may worsen your condition.
* Lac-Hydrin Cream may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Lac-Hydrin Cream. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.
* PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Lac-Hydrin Cream during pregnancy. It is unknown if Lac-Hydrin Cream is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Lac-Hydrin Cream, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Store at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Keep Lac-Hydrin Cream out of the reach of children and away from pets.