Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Amlactin Lotion

Amlactin Lotion

Generic nameammonium lactate
Drug classalpha-hydroxy acid, emollient
Formstopical cream, topical lotion

AmLactin Lotion contains 12% lactic acid neutralized with ammonium hydroxide. It works as both a chemical exfoliator (alpha-hydroxy acid) and a moisturizer (humectant) for the skin.

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