AMMONIUM LACTATE
About AMMONIUM LACTATE
The AMMONIUM LACTATE belongs to the class of medications called 'alpha-hydroxy acids' primarily used to treat xerosis (dry or scaly skin) and ichthyosis Vulgaris (an inherited dry skin condition) in adults and children. And it can also help relieve itching from these conditions.
AMMONIUM LACTATE contains lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide. AMMONIUM LACTATE acts as a moisturizer and works by increasing skin hydration. And thereby relieving the symptoms of dry or scaly skin and dry skin.
AMMONIUM LACTATE comes as a cream and a lotion to apply to the skin. AMMONIUM LACTATE is for external use only. It is usually applied to the affected skin area twice daily. Apply gently at around the same time(s) every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully. Apply AMMONIUM LACTATE exactly as directed. Please do not use it more or less or use it more often than your doctor prescribed. AMMONIUM LACTATE has common side effects, as every medicine does. These include rash (including erythema and irritation) and burning/stinging. These side effects gradually resolve during the treatment and do not require medical attention.
Do not use if hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients is noted. Sun exposure to areas of the skin treated with AMMONIUM LACTATE Cream should be minimized or avoided. Brief your medical history to the doctor. This medication is to be used as directed by the physician and should not be used for any disorder other than it was prescribed. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, lips, or mucous membranes.
Uses of AMMONIUM LACTATE
Medicinal Benefits
AMMONIUM LACTATE contains lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide. AMMONIUM LACTATE acts as a moisturizer, and it works by increasing skin hydration and thereby relieving the symptoms of dry or scaly skin and dry skin.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of AMMONIUM LACTATE
- Rash (including erythema and irritation)
- Burning/stinging
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Xerosis: Xerosis is the medical name for dry skin. Xerosis is caused by a lack of moisture in the skin, which may result from ageing (senile Xerosis) or underlying diseases such as Diabetes.
Ichthyosis Vulgaris: Ichthyosis Vulgaris is characterized by dry skin with small scales ranging from white to dirty grey or brown. Ichthyosis Vulgaris slows your skin's natural shedding process. This causes chronic, excessive protein buildup in the skin's upper layer (keratin). Symptoms include dry, scaly skin.
FAQs
AMMONIUM LACTATE contains lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide. And it works by increasing skin hydration. And thereby relieves the symptoms of dry or scaly skin and dry skin.
You can consume any food or beverage normally while taking AMMONIUM LACTATE. However, it is advised to reduce the intake of beverages like alcohol while on medication.
The usual recommendation of dosage for AMMONIUM LACTATE can be for a short time. However, your doctor may prescribe it for a longer time, depending on your skin condition.
Ammonium lactate is a combination of lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide.
Sun exposure to areas of the skin treated with AMMONIUM LACTATE should be minimized or avoided.
