Ammonium Lactate

Generic Name: ammonium lactate

alpha-Hydroxy Acid [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Ammonium Lactate

DESCRIPTION * Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% specially formulates 12% lactic acid, as ammonium lactate to provide a cream pH of 4.5 to 5.5. Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% also contains cetyl alcohol, glycerin, glyceryl monostearate, laureth-4, light mineral oil, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylcellulose, methylparaben, propylparaben, polyoxyethylene-100 stearate, polyoxyl 40 stearate, propylene glycol, purified water and for pH adjustment: lactic acid.

Overview

DESCRIPTION * Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% specially formulates 12% lactic acid, as ammonium lactate to provide a cream pH of 4.5 to 5.5. Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% also contains cetyl alcohol, glycerin, glyceryl monostearate, laureth-4, light mineral oil, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylcellulose, methylparaben, propylparaben, polyoxyethylene-100 stearate, polyoxyl 40 stearate, propylene glycol, purified water and for pH adjustment: lactic acid.

Uses

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is indicated for the treatment of ichthyosis vulgaris and xerosis.

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply to the affected areas and rub in thoroughly. Use twice daily or as directed by a physician.

Side Effects

ADVERSE REACTIONS In controlled clinical trials of patients with ichthyosis vulgaris, the most frequent adverse reactions in patients treated with Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% were rash (including erythema and irritation) and burning/stinging. Each was reported in approximately 10 to 15% of patients. In addition, itching was reported in approximately 5% of patients. In controlled clinical trials of patients with xerosis, the most frequent adverse reactions in patients treated with Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% were transient burning, in about 3% of patients, stinging, dry skin and rash, each reported in approximately 2% of patients.

Warnings

WARNING Sun exposure to areas of the skin treated with Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% should be minimized or avoided (see PRECAUTIONS section). The use of Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% should be discontinued if any hypersensitivity is observed. CONTRAINDICATIONS Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the label ingredients.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Teratogenic effects Animal reproduction studies have been performed in rats and rabbits at doses up to 0.7 and 1.5 times the human dose, respectively (600 mg/kg/day, corresponding to 3600 mg/m 2 /day in the rat and 7200 mg/m 2 /day in the rabbit) and have revealed no evidence of impaired fertility or harm to the fetus due to ammonium lactate cream. There are, however, no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

Storage

HOW SUPPLIED Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is available as follows: NDC: 70518-3619-00 PACKAGING: 2 in 1 CARTON, 140 g in 1 TUBE TYPE 0 Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)[see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Repackaged and Distributed By: Remedy Repack, Inc. 625 Kolter Dr. Suite #4 Indiana, PA 1-724-465-8762

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ammonium Lactate used for?

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is indicated for the treatment of ichthyosis vulgaris and xerosis.

What are the side effects of Ammonium Lactate?

ADVERSE REACTIONS In controlled clinical trials of patients with ichthyosis vulgaris, the most frequent adverse reactions in patients treated with Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% were rash (including erythema and irritation) and burning/stinging. Each was reported in approximately 10 to 15% of patients. In addition, itching was reported in approximately 5% of patients. In controlled clinical trials of patients with xerosis, the most frequent adverse reactions in patients treated with Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% were transient burning, in about 3% of patients, stinging, dry skin and rash, each reported in approximately 2% of patients.

Can I take Ammonium Lactate during pregnancy?

Pregnancy Teratogenic effects Animal reproduction studies have been performed in rats and rabbits at doses up to 0.7 and 1.5 times the human dose, respectively (600 mg/kg/day, corresponding to 3600 mg/m 2 /day in the rat and 7200 mg/m 2 /day in the rabbit) and have revealed no evidence of impaired fertility or harm to the fetus due to ammonium lactate cream. There are, however, no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

What are the important warnings for Ammonium Lactate?

WARNING Sun exposure to areas of the skin treated with Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% should be minimized or avoided (see PRECAUTIONS section). The use of Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% should be discontinued if any hypersensitivity is observed. CONTRAINDICATIONS Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the label ingredients.

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