LANOLIN: 28 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile
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Route: TOPICAL · Manufacturer: Universal Distribution Centre LLC · HUMAN OTC DRUG · FDA Label: Available
First Report: 20090403 · Latest Report: 20250501
What Are the Most Common LANOLIN Side Effects?
All LANOLIN Side Effects by Frequency
| Side Effect | Reports | % of Total | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug hypersensitivity | 20 | 71.4% | 0 | 6 |
| Cough | 5 | 17.9% | 0 | 4 |
| Pain | 5 | 17.9% | 0 | 5 |
Who Reports LANOLIN Side Effects? Age & Gender Data
Gender: 88.0% female, 12.0% male. Average age: 64.2 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →
Is LANOLIN Getting Safer? Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
What Is LANOLIN Used For?
| Indication | Reports |
|---|---|
| Product used for unknown indication | 11 |
Official FDA Label for LANOLIN
Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.
Drug Description
Active Ingredient: Lanolin 12.5%
FDA Approved Uses (Indications)
Uses helps treat and prevent diaper rash protects chafed skin due to diaper rash and helps seal out wetness temporarily protects minor. cuts scrapes burns. temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips. helps protect from the drying effects of wind and cold weather .
Dosage & Administration
Directions Adults: When practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth or air dry before application of this product. Apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times daily or after each bowel movement. Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.
Known Adverse Reactions
ADVERSE REACTION †This product would not normally contain parabens. *This product is not manufactured or distributed by Bayer HealthCare LLC, distributor of A+D Original Ointment. Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895 ©2025 CVS/pharmacy CVS.com 1-800-SHOP CVS V-16190 CVS Quality Money Back Guarantee
Warnings
Warnings For external use only. Ask a doctor before use if you have a condition that covers a large area of the body. When using this product avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product. It may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application. do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a doctor. do not use this product with other forms of psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs unless directed to do so by a doctor. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Active Ingredient
Active Ingredients Lanolin 15.7% Menthol 0.44% Petrolatum 24% Zinc Oxide 20.6% Purpose Active Ingredients Purpose Lanolin 15.7%...........................Anorectal Protectant Menthol 0.44%...........................Anorectal Analgesic Petrolatum 24%........................Anorectal Protectant Zinc Oxide 20.6%......Anorectal Protectant, Astringent
Inactive Ingredients
Inactive ingredients Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Beeswax, Extra Virgin Olea Europaea (Olive)
Fruit
Oil, Glycerin, Lobelia Inflata, Manuka Honey, Quercus Alba Bark Extract, Symphytum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract , Triticum Vulgare (Wheat)
Germ
Oil