DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Highly concentrated suspensions of plastic deformability containing a large proportion of fine, insoluble powders (20-50%) homogeneously dispersed in a liquid (e.g. glycerol 85%) or ointment-like (e.g. petroleum jelly) vehicle.
IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.
- Hard zinc pastes with a solids content of 50% and more, have a drying, secretion-binding and covering effect. They are indicated for subacute to chronic conditions. skin diseases(zinc paste).
- Soft zinc pastes with a lower solid content; the properties of the base predominate (mostly anhydrous, lipophilic, also absorption bases, more rarely emulsion ointments or hydrogels), i.e. they have a greasing and covering effect. They are mainly used for the therapy of dry skin and non-wetting, healing dermatoses.
Standard concentrationThis section has been translated automatically.
- Composition according to Austrian Pharmacopoeia (ÖAB): 1/4 zinc oxide, 1/4 talc and 2/4 yellow vaseline.
- Composition according to German Pharmacopoeia (DAB10): 1/4 zinc oxide, 1/4 wheat starch and 2/4 white petroleum jelly.
Recipe(s)This section has been translated automatically.
- Zinc paste DAB(R295)
- Pasta zinci mollis DAB (R191)
- Zinc-containing mixed ointment(R286)
- Zinc containing masking paste(R002)
- Hydrophobic skin color/reddish concealer (NRF 11.58.)
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer