Dimethicone
Other Ectoparasiticides, Incl. Scabicides
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- Drug class
- Other Ectoparasiticides, Incl. Scabicides
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical, Oral, Topical (Commercial)
- Markets covered
- 3
- Products on record
- 46
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 1,465
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Dimethicone is an active ingredient classified as an Other Ectoparasiticide, Including Scabicides [1]. It is approved for uses that help protect from minor skin irritations associated with perineal dermatitis [1]. It also temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin [1]. Additionally, dimethicone helps protect the skin from the drying effects of wind and cold weather [1].
This ingredient can be found in various products, including some marketed under brand names such as Baby XtraCare Oatmeal, Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort, and Boudreauxs Butt Barrier [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 1465 adverse event reports associated with products containing dimethicone [2]. The most frequently reported reactions include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, off-label use, and fatigue [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 32 | May 8, 2026 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 13 | April 23, 2026 |
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 1 | October 11, 2024 |
USUnited States· FDA
32 products
Uses
Uses helps protect from minor skin irritations associated with perineal dermatitis temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin helps protect from the drying effects of wind and cold weather
How to take
CACanada· Health Canada
13 products
Uses
Dimethicone 100 cSt (NYDA) is indicated for:
Topical treatment of scalp hair in case of infestation with head lice (pediculosis capitis). 1 Pediatrics Clinical studies have been performed in children; therefore, NYDA can be used with children from ages 2 and up. 2 Geriatrics No clinical studies have been performed in elderly patients; however, the use of NYDA should not be of concern.
How to take
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
1 product
Uses
Hedrin is indicated for the eradication of headlice infestations
How to take
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 00e0cd4a-6049-40… · revised January 19, 2024 [PDF]
- [2]Health Canada (DPD) · 02373785 · revised March 22, 2025
- [3]MHRA (UK) · PL002400345 · revised October 11, 2024
- [4]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.