Dr Smiths Diaper | Zinc Oxide Ointment while Breastfeeding

What is Dr Smiths Diaper | Zinc Oxide Ointment used for?

What are the risk associated with Dr Smiths Diaper | Zinc Oxide Ointment usage while breastfeeding? What precautions shall I take while using it in breastfeeding?

Zinc oxide while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 1314-13-2

It is used topically as an astringent and skin protector, very often together with small amounts of Ferric Oxide to form Calamine (see specific info). It is a product compatible with breastfeeding according to WHO Essential Medicine’s List - 2002.It is also used in dental hygiene products and cosmetics. Widely used for skin protection of the diaper area in infants. Because of the small dose used and poor absorption into plasma of most topical dermatological preparations, excretion into breastmilk in significant amount appears to be unlikely. Do not apply on the breast to prevent infant ingestion; otherwise, wash it off thoroughly with water before the next breast feed.

I already used Dr Smiths Diaper | Zinc Oxide Ointment and meanwhile I breastfed my baby should I be concerned?

I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Dr Smiths Diaper | Zinc Oxide Ointment, is it safe?

If I am using Dr Smiths Diaper | Zinc Oxide Ointment, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Dr Smiths Diaper | Zinc Oxide Ointment in breastfeeding?