Ammonium lactate
Indications
Ammonium lactate is used for:
Ichthyosis Vulgaris, Xerosis
Adult Dose
Ichthyosis Vulgaris, Xerosis
Apply to affected areas & rub in thoroughly q12hr
Child Dose
Ichthyosis Vulgaris, Xerosis
<12 years: Safety & efficacy not established
>12 years: Apply to affected areas & rub in thoroughly q12hr
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity
Precautions
Application on abraded or broken skin, facial application
Minimize/avoid use in parts of body that are exposed to natural/artificial sunlight
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: B
Lactation: Use caution
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Ammonium lactate :
>10%
Erythema (20%)
Irritation (15%)
Transient burning/stinging (33%)
Peeling (16%)
1-10%
Dry skin (2%)
Itching (5%)
Mechanism of Action
Alphahydroxy acids & their salts are felt to act as humectants when applied on skin
Absorption (6%)