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WHAT IS ZINC OXIDE?
Zinc Oxide (ZnO) is a compound having Zinc & Oxygen as its components.
The medicinal grade of ZnO is obtained from zinc sulphate…
WHAT IS AN OINTMENT?
It is a semisolid dosage form meant for application on skin &
also for other external administrations…
Composition of Zinc Oxide Ointment:-
Zinc oxide, finely shifted 150gSimple Ointment 850g
The ointment contains 15% Zinc Oxide(ZnO)
PREPARATION:-Zinc Oxide is triturated with small portions of simple ointment until smooth consistency is obtained. The remaining part of simple ointment is added slowly & is mixed thoroughly with constant stirring…
Storage Conditions:-
ZnO Ointment
To be stored in closed container.
Not to be exposed in
temperature greater than
30ºc.
Uses of Zinc Oxide Ointment:-
It is a mild antiseptic & an astringent,
It is widely used in the treatment of skin diseases,
It is also used in the treatment of eczema, ringworm etc.
Reference:-
PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRYINORGANIC-G.R. Chatwal
5TH EDITION 2010>TOPICAL AGENTS> PAGE 196