Question 1

what is the definition or description of: zinc oxide allergy?

Accepted Answer

Never seen one: Zn oxide is rather inert and thus if you develop a contact skin allergy to it, it is most likely from other ingredients in the preparation or from having a photosensitive skin condition.

Question 2

does desitin (zinc oxide diaper cream) (zinc oxide) treat a ppd allergy?

Accepted Answer

No: Zinc oxide is a topical cream used for barrier protection ie. Diaper rash: desitin (zinc oxide diaper cream) creates a barrier for the skin against contact with feces/urine to prevent irritation). A PPD allergy is a systemic reaction after being exposed to the injection your immune system develops a response that a topical cream like zinc oxide will not be useful

Question 3

itchy(under arms) 3weeks, how long does arithromycin reaction take to go away? tried allergy pills, creams(hydrocortisone, zinc oxide creams).what now?

Accepted Answer

Question unclear: Erythromycin or azithromycin? Either one should be out of system by 3 weeks. Itching may be due to deodorant/antiperspirant irritation after shaving. Try change in deodorant/antiperspirant (one without aluminum). If still not resolved, see dermatologist.

Question 4

a zinc oxide or other sunscreen recommended all the time ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Sunscreens with uv blockers can prevent sun damage to the skin in the short and long run.  Chronic sun exposure can lead to skin cancers later in life as well as skin degredation giving it a coarse leathery appearance in later life.  This is especially necessary if you have pale skin or live in a very sunny climate like australia.

Question 5

can zinc oxide be applied directly on skin as a sun block?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is the active ingredient in many sunblocks and can be very effective.

Question 6

is there a difference between zinc oxide tablets and zinc gluconate?

Accepted Answer

Yes,but neither best: Zinc can be difficult to absorb. Zinc oxide is poorly absorbed and is probably best for topical use (as a sunscreen). Zinc gluconate is better absorbed and is commonly used in lozenges for treating colds. However, research shows that zinc picolinate is much better absorbed than zinc gluconate. Thus, i recommend supplementing with zinc picolinate. See www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmed/3630857.

Question 7

is it a good idea to use zinc oxide for acne?

Accepted Answer

No: It's ugly, messy and won't work. If topical benzoyl peroxide or a retinoic acid derivative has not cleared you in two weeks, get with your personal physician who can add prescrioption-strength Rx.

Question 8

can zinc oxide be used to treat itch?

Accepted Answer

Jock itch: Head down to your local drug store and pick up a jock itch treatment. When choosing a treatment be sure to select one with plenty of zinc oxide as the active ingredient. Many people opt for gold bond powder which contains zinc oxide and also helps absorb moisture. Diaper rash creams have also been used with positive results.

Question 9

does zinc oxide oinment work for sun?

Accepted Answer

Zinc Oxide: can create a protective barrier against the sun's UV rays.

Question 10

is titanium dioxide as good as zinc oxide?

Accepted Answer

Roughly equivalent: They are roughly equivalent as sunscreens but the preparation will have a lot to do with the effectiveness.

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Itchy(under arms) 3weeks, how long does arithromycin reaction take to go away? tried allergy pills, creams(hydrocortisone, zinc oxide creams).what now?

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A zinc oxide or other sunscreen recommended all the time ?

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Can zinc oxide be applied directly on skin as a sun block?

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