How should I use Epifoam?

This medicine is for external use only. Do not take by mouth. Follow directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Shake the container for 5 to 10 seconds before each use. Gently cleanse the affected area prior to use. While holding the container upright prime the container by pressing down several times on container cap until foam appears. Dispense foam onto a cleansing tissue or pad and gently rub into the affected area. The container and cap should be disassembled and rinsed with warm water after each use. Do not use on healthy skin or over large areas of skin. Do not use an airtight bandage to cover the affected area unless your doctor or health care professional tells you to. Do not get this medicine in your eyes. If you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water. Do not use your medicine more often than directed. Do not use for more than 14 days.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 2 years of age for selected conditions, precautions do apply. If applying this medicine to the diaper area of a child, do not cover with tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants. This may increase the amount of medicine that passes through the skin and increase the risk of serious side effects.

Elderly patients are more likely to have damaged skin through aging, and this may increase side effects. This medicine should only be used for brief periods and infrequently in older patients.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of Epifoam contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: Epifoam is only for you. Do not share Epifoam with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.