POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy9 months agoA. For a 16-month-old baby, the ointment will depend on the condition you want to treat. Here are some commonly used ointments based on specific needs:
For Diaper Rash
Zinc Oxide-Based Ointments:
Desitin
B4 Nappi Cream
Sudo Cream
Cetaphil Baby Diaper Cream
For Minor Cuts or Wounds
Antiseptic Ointments:
Neosporin
Soframycin
Himalaya Antiseptic Cream
For Dry Skin or Eczema
Moisturizing Ointments:
Aquaphor Healing Ointment
Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream
Sebamed Baby Cream
For Heat Rash or Skin Irritations
Soothing Ointments:
Calamine Lotion (like Lacto Calamine)
Aloe Vera Gel (natural or pediatric-approved brands)
For Fungal Infections
Antifungal Creams (Use under Pediatrician’s Guidance):
Candid Cream (Clotrimazole)
Ketoconazole Ointment
For Bug Bites or Allergic Reactions
Anti-Itch Creams:
Caladryl Lotion
Himalaya Prickly Heat Baby Powder (to soothe irritation)
General Guidelines
1. Always clean and dry the area before applying the ointment.
2. Perform a patch test to check for allergies.
3. Consult your pediatrician if the condition persists or worsens.
If you provide more details about the condition you're treating, I can recommend a more specific ointment.
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