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Empower
white petrolatum, zinc oxide · Empower is an over-the-counter drug containing white petrolatum, zinc oxide, made by Bemis Manufacturing Company Inc.
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Not classified
- Route
- Topical
- Manufacturers
- 1
Helps treat and prevent rashes Protects chafed skin from wetness
Drug facts
- Generic name
- white petrolatum, zinc oxide
- Active ingredients
- White Petrolatum, Zinc Oxide
- Dosage forms
- Spray
- Label holder
- Bemis Manufacturing Company Inc
- FDA application
- M016
- Label updated
- 10/18/2023
Active ingredients
White Petrolatum 30% Zinc Oxide 10%
Purpose
White Petrolatum 30%.................Skin Protectant Zinc Oxide 10%...........................Skin Protectant
Uses
Helps treat and prevent rashes Protects chafed skin from wetness
Directions
Cleanse and dry the affected area Spray 4-6" from the skin and allow time to dry Apply as needed
Warnings
Flammable For external use only When using this product Do not get into eyes Stop use and ask a doctor if Condition worsens Symptoms last more than 7 days or clears up and occur again within a few days Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
When using this product
Do not get into eyes
Stop use and ask a doctor
Condition worsens Symptoms last more than 7 days or clears up and occur again within a few days
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Other information
Store between 15-30C (59-86F) Protect from freezing Contents under pressure Do not puncture or incinerate container Do not expose to heat or store at temperatures above 120F
Inactive ingredients
Dimethicone, Hexamethyldisiloxane, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spray | 30 g/100g / 10 g/100g | topical | 1 |
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- Bemis Manufacturing Company IncShown hereM016 · Label 10/18/2023 · NDC 83744-001Full label
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Empower: common questions
- What is Empower used for?
- Helps treat and prevent rashes Protects chafed skin from wetness
- Is Empower a prescription drug?
- No. Empower is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Empower?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Medline, Supreme Care Protective Zinc Cream, Zinc Oxide 20%.
- Who makes Empower?
- Bemis Manufacturing Company Inc lists Empower with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 10/18/2023 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice