Skin Protectant: Children ≥6 years and Adolescents: Topical: Apply to skin 15 minutes prior to potential exposure to poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac; may reapply every 4 hours for continued protection or sooner if needed
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.
(For additional information see "Bentoquatam: Drug information")
Skin protectant: Topical: Apply to skin 15 minutes prior to potential exposure to poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac; may reapply every 4 hours or sooner if needed
Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.
Lotion, topical:
Ivy Block: 5% (30 mL, 120 mL) [contains benzyl alcohol, ethanol 25%]
No
Topical: For external use only; flammable, keep away from flame or fire. Shake well prior to use. Apply to clean, dry skin 15 minutes prior to exposure; avoid contact with eyes; do not use on open wounds. Remove with soap and water after risk of exposure.
Topical: Shake well prior to use. Apply to clean, dry skin 15 minutes prior to exposure; avoid contact with eyes; do not use on open wounds. Remove with soap and water after risk of exposure. If swallowed, obtain medical assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Store at 15ºC to 30ºC (59ºF to 86ºF). Flammable; do not use near open flame.
Skin protectant for the prevention of allergic contact dermatitis to poison oak, ivy, and sumac (FDA approved in ages ≥6 years and adults)
The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified.
<1%, postmarketing, and/or case reports: Erythema
Hypersensitivity to bentoquatam or any component of the formulation; use on open rash
Other warnings/precautions:
• Self-medication (OTC use): Appropriate use: For external use only; avoid contact with eyes.
None known.
There are no known significant interactions.
Signs and symptoms of exposure to poison oak, ivy, or sumac (rash, swelling, blisters)
An organoclay substance which is capable of absorbing or binding to urushiol, the active principle in poison oak, ivy, and sumac. Bentoquatam serves as a barrier, blocking urushiol skin contact/absorption.