Lactic Acid

Drug #1167

Lactic Acid used in the treatment of acidosis. Topically it is used in the treatment of warts.

Primary Characteristics

It belongs to Hydroxypropionic Acid.

It is classified in Emollient pharmacological group. It is also classified under Dermatological Products .

Molecular Weight: 90.08 · Solubility in Water: miscible · Solubility in Alcohol: miscible · Non-proprietary name: Lactic Acid · pH: 2.1 · Isotonic value: 2.3.

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Lactic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Pruritus, Skin diseases.

Lactic Acid is also indicated for secondary conditions like Stomatitis.

Contraindications

Lactic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to the drug.

Dosage

Lactic Acid's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
3 %	3 %	—	Topical	As Required
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Lactic Acid is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Burning, Erythema, Irritation, Stinging on application, Vomiting .

Warnings / Precautions

Lactic acid may be used with caution during pregnancy or lactation. It should be used with caution in patients with any skin infections, skin disorders, are sensitive to any topical lotions or creams or if have any allergy.

Available Brands

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Single Ingredient

Lotion

2 %w/v 5 %w/v

Multi-Ingredient Combinations

Cream

Gel

Inf

Liquid

Lotion

1.5 %w/v 16.7 %w/v 5 % w/w 5 %w/v

Storage Conditions

Lactic Acid should be stored Cream, Lotion.

Drug Classification

1.13.3.3 — Antipruritics
2.13.5.1 — Antiacne preparations
3.13.8 — Emollients & protectives

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Lactic Acid in Pakistan:

Biogen Derma tech Dermagen GSK Pearl Seatle Shazeb