What is vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
Vitamin A, D, and E topical is a skin protectant. It works by moisturizing and sealing the
skin, and aids in skin healing.
This medication is used to treat diaper rash, dry or chafed skin, and minor cuts or burns.
Vitamin A, D, and E may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication
guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
Call your doctor at once if you have swelling, redness, itching, pus, or other signs of
infection. Tell your doctor if you feel any numbness or tingling while using vitamin A, D, and E
topical.
Before using vitamin A, D, and E topical, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any
medicines or skin products, including soaps, oils, lotions, or creams.
How should I take vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as your doctor has prescribed it for
you. Do not use more of the medication or use it for longer than recommended.
Keep the baby's diaper area as dry as possible. Change wet or soiled diapers immediately
to keep wetness and bacteria from irritating the baby's skin. Always put on a new diaper when
the baby first wakes up in the morning, and also just before putting the baby to bed each night.
At each diaper changing, clean the baby's skin thoroughly with a disposable baby wipe or
clean wet washcloth. Gently wipe inside the skin folds between the thighs and genitals. When
cleaning the diaper area of a boy, gently clean under the scrotum and beneath the foreskin of the
penis. When cleaning the diaper area of a girl, always wipe from front to back across the vagina.
Call your doctor if your skin condition does not get better after using this medication
regularly for 1 week. Contact your doctor at any time if your symptoms get worse.
Store this medicine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose of vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip
the missed dose and wait until your next regularly scheduled dose.
Do not
use
extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Where can I get more information about vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
Your pharmacist has information about vitamin A, D, and E (topical) written for health professionals that you may read.
What are the possible side effects of vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
Stop using this medication and get emergency medical help if you have any of these
signs of an allergic reaction:
hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face,
lips, tongue, or throat.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any
unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
Call your doctor if your skin condition does not get better after using this medication
regularly for 1 week. Contact your doctor at any time if your symptoms get worse.
Call your doctor at once if you have swelling, redness, itching, pus, or other signs of
infection. Tell your doctor if you feel any numbness or tingling while using vitamin A, D, and E
topical.
Do not apply vitamin A, D, and E topical over large skin areas. Do not use the medicine
to treat a deep cut, an animal bite, or a serious burn. Call your doctor for instructions on how to
treat these more severe skin injuries.
Avoid applying other creams, lotions, ointments, or other medicated skin products to the
same areas you treat with vitamin A, D, and E topical.
What should I avoid while taking vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
Avoid applying other creams, lotions, ointments, or other medicated skin products to the
same areas you treat with vitamin A, D, and E topical.
Avoid excessive wetness of the skin areas you are treating. Keep clothing and diapers as
dry as possible.
What other drugs will affect vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?
There may be other drugs that can affect vitamin A, D, and E topical. Tell your doctor
about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins,
minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new
medication without telling your doctor.
What happens if I have an overdose of vitamin A, D, and E (topical)?