Balmex is a line of over-the-counter (OTC) diaper rash products used to both treat and prevent rashes. This eMedTV resource describes the various products in this line, explains how they work, and provides information on how to use them.
Potential side effects of Balmex cream or powder include stinging, itching, and tingling. As this eMedTV segment explains, Balmex is unlikely to cause serious problems if it is used properly; side effects are more likely to occur if it is ingested.
Balmex products are licensed to both treat and prevent diaper rash. This article from the eMedTV Web site describes these products in more detail, explains how they work, and explores possible off-label uses for Balmex cream.
As with most diaper rash creams and ointments, there is no standard recommended "dosage" for Balmex. As this eMedTV article explains, Balmex products are intended to be applied liberally as often as needed for both treating and preventing diaper rash.
There are no known drug interactions with Balmex products at this time. As this eMedTV page explains, you should still mention Balmex if your child's doctor asks about measures you have taken to treat diaper rash (so he or she knows what you've tried).
Talk to your child's doctor before using Balmex if your baby has a yeast diaper rash. This eMedTV article explains what else you should be aware of before using this medicine. Warnings and precautions on who should not use Balmex are also on this page.
An overdose of Balmex is not likely to occur if the product is used as intended (applied to the skin). This eMedTV Web page explains when serious overdose symptoms are more likely to occur and describes the treatment options for this type of overdose.
