Droxy Top
Generic Name: EMOLLIENTS - TOPICAL
Droxy Top Uses
This medication is used as a moisturizer to treat or
prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations (e.g., diaper
rash). Emollients are substances that soften and moisturize the skin and
decrease itching and flaking. Some products (e.g., zinc oxide, white
petrolatum) are used mostly to protect the skin against irritation (e.g., from
wetness).
Dry skin is caused by a loss of water in the upper layer
of the skin. Emollients/moisturizers work by forming an oily layer on the top
of the skin that traps water in the skin. Petrolatum, lanolin, mineral oil and
dimethicone are common emollients. Humectants, including glycerin, lecithin,
and propylene glycol, draw water into the outer layer of skin. Many products
also have ingredients that soften the horny substance (keratin) that holds the
top layer of skin cells together (e.g., urea, alpha hydroxy acids such as
lactic/citric/glycolic acid, and allantoin). This helps the dead skin cells
fall off, helps the skin keep in more water, and leaves the skin feeling
smoother and softer.
How To Use Droxy Top
Use this product as directed. Follow all directions on the
product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult
your doctor or pharmacist.
Some products need to be shaken before use. Check the
label to see if you should shake the bottle well before using. Apply to the
affected areas of the skin as needed or as directed on the label or by your
doctor. How often you apply the medication will depend on the product and your
skin condition. To treat dry hands, you may need to use the product every time
you wash your hands, applying it throughout the day.
If you are using this product to help treat diaper rash,
clean the diaper area well before use and allow the area to dry before applying
the product.
Follow all the directions on the label for proper use.
Apply to the skin only. Avoid sensitive areas such as your eyes, inside your
mouth/nose, and the vaginal/groin area, unless the label or your doctor directs
you otherwise. Check the label for directions about any areas or types of skin
where you should not apply the product (e.g., on the face, any areas of
broken/chapped/cut/irritated/scraped skin, or on a recently shaved area of the
skin). Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from
it. Most moisturizers need water to work well. Apply the product after
bathing/showering while the skin is still damp. For very dry skin, your doctor
may instruct you to soak the area before using the product. Long, hot, or
frequent bathing/washing can worsen dry skin.
If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you
may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical
attention.
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