Laclotion
Name: Laclotion
What is ammonium lactate?
Ammonium lactate is a combination of lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide. Ammonium lactate is a moisturizer.
Ammonium lactate is used to treat dry, scaly, itchy skin.
Ammonium lactate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about ammonium lactate?
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Laclotion (ammonium lactate topical)?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to ammonium lactate, glycerin, mineral oil, propylene glycol, or parabens.
Ammonium lactate may be more likely to cause skin irritation in people who have fair or sensitive skin.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether ammonium lactate topical will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether ammonium lactate topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
Uses of LAClotion
- It is used to treat dry, scaly skin.
- It is used to treat itching caused by dry skin.
Indications and Usage for LAClotion
LAClotion™ (ammonium lactate) is indicated for the treatment of dry, scaly skin (xerosis) and ichthyosis vulgaris and for temporary relief of itching associated with these conditions.
How is LAClotion Supplied
LAClotion™ (ammonium lactate) is available in a 225g (NDC 0574-2021-08) plastic bottle and a 400g (NDC 0574-2021-16) plastic bottle. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]
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