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zinc oxide · Covered is an over-the-counter drug containing zinc oxide, made by Potency No. 710 LLC.

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Not classified
Route
Topical
Manufacturers
1
+ 2 repackager labels

Helps prevents sunburn. If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.

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Active ingredients

Zinc Oxide 20%

Purpose

Sunscreen

Uses

Helps prevents sunburn. If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.

Directions

  • Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure.
  • Reapply:
  • After 80 minutes of swimming or sweating
  • Immediately after towel drying
  • At least every 2 hours
  • Children under 6 months: Ask a doctor
  • Sun Protection Measures: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including:
  • Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 am-2 pm
  • Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses

Warnings

For external use only. Do not use on damaged or broken skin. Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs. When using this product, keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away.

Keep out of reach of children

Warnings: Keep out of reach of children

Inactive ingredients

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Microcrystalline Wax, PEG-10 Dimethicone, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Chloride, Stearyl Dimethicone, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Cream200 mg/gtopical1

Manufacturers and labels

2 FDA labels · 2 from repackagers

    Repackager labels (2)
    • Potency No. 710 LLC12/10/2025
    • Potency No. 710 LLC12/10/2025

    Covered: common questions

    What is Covered used for?
    Helps prevents sunburn. If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.
    Is Covered a prescription drug?
    No. Covered is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
    Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Covered?
    Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Diaper Rash, Zinc Oxide 20%, SPF 50 Sunscreen Stick, Cream.
    Who makes Covered?
    Potency No. 710 LLC lists Covered with the FDA.

    Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 12/10/2025 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice

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