Can you use diaper rash cream on adults?

What can adults use diaper cream for?

PENATEN ® Medicated Cream with 18% active zinc oxide can be used to relieve and protect against rashes, chafed skin and other irritants including incontinence related dermatitis, with a thick rich formula that starts to soothe the affected areas immediately.

Can Desitin help with yeast infection in adults?

Do not use diapers that fit too tightly against the skin. Over-the-counter home remedies are available, to treat yeast infections, for example, Desitin, A+D ointment, Triple Paste, and Vaseline for both prevention and treatment.

What else can I use Desitin for?

It is a skin protectant that is used to treat and prevent various skin conditions including minor abrasions, burns, chafing, diaper rash, insect bites, and minor skin irritation.

What do adults use Desitin for?

For protection and treatment of minor skin irritations, select DESITIN® Multi-Purpose Ointment when you want: To help relieve dry, chapped skin. To temporarily protect minor cuts and burns. To soothe and relieve minor scrapes, skin irritations and rash discomfort.

What else can you use diaper rash cream for?

- Reduce razor bumps. Zinc oxide, the main ingredient in diaper rash cream, will help soothe irritated areas. - Protect skin from sunburn. Forget to apply sunscreen? - Fill in holes. - Zap that zit.

Can I use Desitin for a yeast infection?

This product is used by children to treat diaper rash with a yeast infection, along with proper cleaning of the diaper area and frequent diaper changes.

When do you use Desitin?

Apply ointment liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or any time when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged. Don't be concerned about using too much. You can apply as much DESITIN® Maximum Strength Original Paste or DESITIN® Rapid Relief Cream as often as needed.

Will zinc oxide cream help a yeast infection?

Miconazole and zinc oxide topical (for the skin) is a combination antifungal medicine that fights infections caused by fungus. The ointment form is used to treat diaper rash with yeast infection (candidiasis) in children and babies who are at least 4 weeks old.

Can you use diaper rash cream for eczema?

One product that you might be surprised can work well for eczema is diaper rash cream. While intended for babies, most creams contain zinc oxide and can help soothe eczema.

Can I put Desitin on my private area?

Certain ointments or creams may be applied to the vulva to reduce rubbing from underwear and pads. These ointments include Aquaphor, Vaseline, Desitin, or non-flavored Crisco. Pat the vulva dry after voiding. Avoid hard, repeated wiping.

Is zinc oxide Good for infection?

A number of experimental studies and clinical trials have been conducted using zinc. Results showed that topical zinc oxide had increased wound healing, increased reepithelialization, decreased rates of infection and decreased rates of deterioration of ulcers.

Can diaper rash cream be used for eczema?

In general, topical creams and ointments are the preferred treatment for eczema rather than oral medications because they provide moisture and can target therapy directly to the affected area of skin. One product that you might be surprised can work well for eczema is diaper rash cream.

Is diaper cream good for skin?

"Many diaper creams are formulated with zinc oxide, an anti-inflammatory ingredient that helps to reduce skin irritation by repairing the epidermal barrier," explains Nussbaum. Theoretically, diaper cream can be good for breakouts because it contains zinc oxide, adds Henry.

Is DESITIN cream good for diaper rash?

DESITIN® Daily Defense Cream helps provide overnight relief of diaper rash. In a clinical study, 90% of babies with diaper rash had noticeable relief within 12 hours of the use of DESITIN® Daily Defense Cream. Allergies: DESITIN® Daily Defense Cream is hypoallergenic and pediatrician tested.