Drug Card Lansinoh

NURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets (You will need to make additional copies of these forms) Generic Name Trade Name Medical grade Lansinoh lanolin, anhydrous lanolin cream Peak Onset unknown unknown

Classification Skin protectant, moisture barrier

Dose Pea sized

Duration unknown

Mechanism of action and indications (Why med ordered) Lanolin is a mixture of cholesterol and the esters of several fatty acids and antibiotics are present in the lanolin. The extract is insoluble in water, but forms an emulsion. Medical grade lanolin is used as a cream to soothe skin. It is pure, hypoallergenic and bacteriostatic. In this form it is used by some breastfeeding mothers on sore and cracked nipples. As an ointment base, it is readily absorbed through skin, facilitating absorption of the medicinal chemicals it carries. Prevention and treatment of sore, cracked nipples Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines (ask patient specifically) none

Nursing Process- Assessment (Pre-administration assessment) Inspect condition of nipples, history of wool allergies

Route topical

Time/frequency After breastfeeding prn

For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions N/A Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warnings/interactions Wool alcohol allergy, Common side effects Using cosmetic products which contain impure lanolin can result in an allergic reaction in some people.

Lab value alterations caused by medicine none Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication Use sparingly on dry nipples after breastfeeding sessions If lanolin poisoning suspected (diarrhea, rash, swelling and redness of skin, vomiting), discontinue use and seek emergency medical care. Lanolin products are largely nontoxic, but if swallowed in large amounts, intestinal blockage can occur.

Assessment Why would you hold or not give this med? Suspected allergy, sensitivity to lanolin or wool products, suspected overconsumption of lanolin by baby

Evaluation Check after giving Sore, cracked nipples soothed