Temporarily protecting and relieving minor skin irritations. It also helps to seal out wetness. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by the patient's doctor. This product is a skin protectant. It works by relieving skin irritation and reducing redness.
Do NOT use Dimethicone spray if:
the patient is allergic to any ingredient in Dimethicone spray
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if this applies to the patient.
Important safety information:
Dimethicone spray is for external use only. Do not get it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If you get it in any of these areas, rinse right away with cool water.
Do not use Dimethicone spray on animal bites, deep wounds, infections, lacerations, or serious burns.
If symptoms do not get better within 7 days, if they get worse, or if they clear up and then come back, check with the patient's doctor.
Talk with the patient's doctor before you use any other medicines on the treated area.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If the patient becomes pregnant, contact her doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dimethicone spray while the patient is pregnant. It is not known if Dimethicone spray is found in breast milk. If the patient is or will be breast-feeding while she uses Dimethicone spray, check with her doctor. Discuss any possible risks to her baby.
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Dimethicone spray side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Dimethicone spray. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; new or worsening skin irritation.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact the patient's health care provider. Call the patient's doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Can Dimethicone spray be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Dimethicone spray?
Tell the patient's health care provider if the patient has any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply:
if the patient is pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or is breast-feeding
if the patient is taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if the patient has allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dimethicone spray. However, no specific interactions with Dimethicone spray are known at this time.
Ask the patient's health care provider if Dimethicone spray may interact with other medicines that the patient takes. Check with the patient's health care provider before the patients starts, stops, or changes the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Dimethicone spray?
Use Dimethicone spray as directed by the patient's doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Cleanse the diaper area and gently pat dry.
Spray Dimethicone spray onto the affected area as directed by the patient's doctor or on the package label.
Wash your hands immediately after using Dimethicone spray.
Apply during each diaper change, especially at bedtime or any time that exposure to a wet diaper may be prolonged.
If you miss a dose of Dimethicone spray, use it as soon as you remember. Continue to use it as directed by the patient's doctor or on the package label.
Ask the patient's health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dimethicone spray.
Can Dimethicone spray be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Dimethicone spray be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Dimethicone spray, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Dimethicone spray. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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