Dermatitis spray promises relief from incontinence rashes

SAN ANTONIO — A new spray being introduced by Mission Pharmacal is offering relief from dermatitis caused by incontinence.



Dr. Smith's Adult Barrier spray is a zinc oxide treatment for rashes and irritation that typically accompanies adult incontinence, which afflicts some 50% of residents in nursing homes. The spray offers an alternative to the lotions and creams that are typically used to treat rash associated with incontinence, with a lower risk of cross-contamination and thus, infection.



The product is meant to offer relief from chafing and protect the skin from possibly irritating moisture, and can be applied without drips or staining clothes.