Overview
Lanolin is a yellow fat obtained from sheep's wool. It is used as an emollient, cosmetic, and pharmaceutic aid . The US federal code of regulations states that lanolin in the concentration range of 12-50% may be included in over the counter skin ointments . Lanolin is the purified, secreted product of the sheep sebaceous glands . Lanolin primarily consists of long-chain waxy esters, or sterol esters, that lack glycerides. For this reason, it is also called wool wax or wool grease. Lanolin is used in the protection, treatment, and cosmetic enhancement of human skin. Its hydrophobic properties can help protect skin against infections or skin irritation, as it helps seal in moisture that is already present in the skin . Lanolin is used as an active ingredient in over the counter topical products such as ointments, lubricants, lotions and facial cosmetics. Lanolin is also frequently used in protective baby skin treatment and for sore nipples in breastfeeding mothers , .
Indication
Used as a skin protectant, and to relieve dryness and irritation of the skin , . Helps prevent and treat diaper dermatitis .
Associated Conditions
No associated conditions information available.
Clinical Trials
Title | Posted | Study ID | Phase | Status | Sponsor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2019/11/06 | Phase 2 | Completed |
FDA Drug Approvals
Approved Product | Manufacturer | NDC Code | Route | Strength | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rite Aid | 11822-0103 | TOPICAL | 155 mg in 1 g | 6/23/2025 | |
| CVS Pharmacy | 59779-841 | TOPICAL | 15.5 g in 100 g | 7/13/2025 |
EMA Drug Approvals
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| No EMA approvals found for this drug. | |||
HSA Drug Approvals
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| No HSA approvals found for this drug. | |||||
NMPA Drug Approvals
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PPB Drug Approvals
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| No PPB approvals found for this drug. | |||||
TGA Drug Approvals
Approved Product | ARTG ID | Sponsor | Registration Type | Status | Registration Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DERMATOLOGICAL E45 CREAM (reformulation 2) jar | 76444 | Medicine | A | 10/19/2000 | |
| DERMATOLOGICAL E45 CREAM (reformulation 2) tube | 76445 | Medicine | A | 10/19/2000 | |
| ALPHA KERI BATH & BODY OIL application bottle | 24618 | Medicine | A | 10/14/1991 | |
| DAVID'S SOOTHING & HEALING NAPPY RASH CREAM | 54249 | Hosking D J; Hosking R J (T/A David Hosking's Pharmacy) | Medicine | A | 12/12/1995 |
| DERMATOLOGICAL E45 CREAM (reformulation 2) pump | 319701 | Medicine | A | 7/3/2019 | |
| ALPHA KERI Lotion bottle | 24617 | Medicine | A | 10/14/1991 |
Health Canada Drug Approvals
Approved Product | Company | DIN | Dosage Form | Strength | Market Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEEL BALM | tanta pharmaceuticals inc | 02371561 | Cream - Topical | 9.88 % | N/A |
| CAPILLEX N LIQ | rougier pharma division of ratiopharm inc | 00305936 | Shampoo - Topical | 7 % | 12/31/1971 |
| TEARS NATURALE P.M. | Alcon Canada Inc | 02082519 | Ointment - Ophthalmic | 3 % | 10/7/1998 |
| KERI LOTION | bristol-myers squibb canada | 02126117 | Lotion - Topical | .6 % | 12/31/1962 |
| LOTION LUBRIFIANTE CALMANTE HYDRATANTE | prodemdis enr. | 00714356 | Lotion - Topical | .6 % | 12/31/1988 |
| CAPILLEX LIQ | rougier pharma division of ratiopharm inc | 00305928 | Shampoo - Topical | 3.5 % | 12/31/1957 |
| A+D DIAPER RASH OINTMENT | schering-plough canada inc | 02236577 | Ointment - Topical | 15.5 % / W/W | 7/8/1998 |
| ALPHA KERI | bristol-myers squibb canada | 02126087 | Liquid - Topical | 3 % | 12/31/1958 |
| THERAPEUTIC SKIN LOTION | scott chemical canada | 01909908 | Lotion - Topical | .6 % | 12/31/1991 |
| DIAPER RASH OINTMENT MOISTURIZING VITAMIN A AND D | 02386607 | Ointment - Topical | 15.5 % / W/W | N/A |
CIMA AEMPS Drug Approvals
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| No CIMA AEMPS (Spain) approvals found for this drug. | |||||
Philippines FDA Drug Approvals
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Saudi SFDA Drug Approvals
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| No Saudi SFDA approvals found for this drug. | |||||
Malaysia NPRA Drug Approvals
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| No Malaysia NPRA approvals found for this drug. | |||||
UK EMC Drug Information
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