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Article: Vusion ointment, Astelin nasal spray.(New & Approved)
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- Pediatric News
- Article date:
- April 1, 2006
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Vusion Ointment (0.25% miconazole nitrate, 15% zinc oxide, 81.35% white petrolatum ointment; Barrier Therapeutics Inc.) The Food and Drug Administration approved Vusion ointment, the first product indicated for the treatment of diaper dermatitis complicated by candidiasis in infants 4 weeks and older.
* Recommended Dosage: Gently apply a thin layer of Vusion ointment to the affected area at each diaper change. Continue use for 7 days, even if improvement is noted.
* Special Considerations: Use only for diaper dermatitis complicated by documented candidiasis (verified with microscopic testing, for example).
Do not use Vusion ointment for the ...