Boudreaux's Butt Paste

Generic name: Zinc Oxide Topical
Drug class: Miscellaneous topical agents

Usage of Boudreaux's Butt Paste

Boudreaux's Butt Paste contains zinc oxide. When applied to the skin zinc oxide forms a temporary barrier protecting the skin from external irritants. It also decreases inflammation and reduces bacterial growth in injured skin.

Boudreaux's Butt Paste is used to treat diaper rash and other minor skin irritations.

Boudreaux's Butt Paste may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Boudreaux's Butt Paste side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Boudreaux's Butt Paste: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Boudreaux's Butt Paste

You should not use Boudreaux's Butt Paste if you are allergic to zinc, dimethicone, lanolin, cod liver oil, petroleum jelly, parabens, mineral oil, or wax.

Boudreaux's Butt Paste will not treat a bacterial or fungal infection. Call your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as redness and warmth or oozing skin lesions.

It is not known whether zinc oxide will harm an unborn baby. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether zinc oxide passes into breast milk or if it could affect a nursing baby. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breast-feeding.

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How to use Boudreaux's Butt Paste

Use Boudreaux's Butt Paste exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not take by mouth. Boudreaux's Butt Paste is for use only on the skin.

Apply enough of this medication to cover the entire area to be treated. Zinc oxide often leaves a thin white residue that may not be entirely rubbed in.

To treat chapped skin, minor burn wounds, or other skin irritations, use the medication as often as needed. Apply a thin layer to the affected area and rub in gently.

To treat diaper rash, use Boudreaux's Butt Paste each time the diaper is changed. It is especially important to apply the medication at bedtime or whenever there will be a long period of time between diaper changes.

Keep the diaper area clean and dry to prevent worsening of skin rash. Change wet diapers as soon as possible. Allow the skin to dry thoroughly before putting on a fresh diaper.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the tube cap tightly closed when not in use.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Boudreaux's Butt Paste

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied zinc oxide. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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