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Aqueous zinc paste PO017

CGR-ES-066 · FN/2003/PO/017 PASTA AL AGUA

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Main composition/sum 100 g, leaflet 110 g. The ZnO RFE reference also needs publisher correction.

Main composition/sum 100 g, leaflet 110 g. The ZnO RFE reference also needs publisher correction.

Dosage formPaste
Reference batch100 g
Monograph version4.0
Source packagev4

Source formula

IngredientSource quantity
Zinc oxide25 g
Talc25 g
Glycerol25 g
Purified water25 g

Quantities refer to the source batch. This website does not automatically scale formulas, assign doses or calculate BUD.

Description

Documented in source

Viscous white paste.

References: [1]

Use and action

Documented in source

Cutaneous astringent/drying preparation.

References: [1]

Specifications

Documented in source

Viscous white paste.

References: [1]

Light

Not established

No specific information is established by the consulted sources. Complete this before local approval where critical to this preparation.

References: [1]

Air

Not established

No specific information is established by the consulted sources. Complete this before local approval where critical to this preparation.

References: [1]

Water and solubility

Partial evidence

Glycerol is miscible with water. This does not establish product microbiological stability.
ZnO: practically insoluble in water and ethanol.

References: [2] · [3]

Humidity

Partial evidence

Glycerol is hygroscopic; limit raw-material exposure to moisture.

References: [2]

Temperature

Not established

No specific information is established by the consulted sources. Complete this before local approval where critical to this preparation.

References: [1]

pH and related incompatibilities

Partial evidence

ZnO dissolves in dilute mineral acids and forms soaps with fatty acids.

References: [3]

Other incompatibilities

Partial evidence

Glycerol: hazardous reaction with strong oxidising agents.

References: [2]

Ingredient-specific information

Partial evidence

Glycerol: Glycerol is hygroscopic; limit raw-material exposure to moisture.
Zinc oxide: ZnO: practically insoluble in water and ethanol.
These are selected facts for identified ingredients; relevant sensitivities and incompatibilities are detailed in the corresponding fields. This is not a complete SDS for every material.

References: [2] · [3]

Personal protective equipment

Partial evidence

Complete formula-specific PPE is not specified. Select gloves, eye protection and exposure controls using the exact materials’ SDS and the local risk assessment.
Supplementary AEMPS framework: clean long-sleeved laboratory clothing, hair covering and dedicated footwear/overshoes. Powder handling requires suitable eye/respiratory protection; change gloves with activity or damage. Select the exact type/material using SDS and risk assessment.

References: [1] · [4]

Risks and precautions

Partial evidence

A complete formula-specific hazard classification is not established. Assess potency, dust/aerosol, allergens, solvents, microbial risk and cross-contamination using the actual materials and process. Absence of a flag does not establish absence of hazard.

References: [1]

Compounding conditions

Documented in source

The corresponding AEMPS SOP specifies room temperature 25 ± 5°C and relative humidity ≤60%, unless the particular formula requires otherwise. This is the work environment, not processing or storage temperature.
Follow the addition sequence, temperatures and times stated under Preparation Procedure. The specific monograph is not a complete qualification of the local facility/equipment.

References: [1] · [5]

BUD rationale

Documented in source

3 months under the source conditions.
The source period applies to its exact composition, method and packaging. It is not this batch’s expiry date and cannot be transferred to another vehicle/strength. Calculate the actual date in the blank batch record.

References: [1]

Bases and dependencies

Partial evidence

No separate base is identified in the dependency register. Check any commercial vehicles/compound excipients listed in the formula.

References: [1]

Equipment

Editorial checklist

Indicative checklist derived from the method: Balance of suitable resolution, Containers and mixing tools compatible with the materials, Mortar and pestle. Selection/qualification is defined locally.

References: [1]

Preparation procedure

Documented in source

Mix water and glycerol. Finely triturate talc/ZnO and stir into the liquid until a smooth homogeneous paste forms.

References: [1] · [5]

Observations

Documented in source

The table/sum is 100 g, but the leaflet says 110 g. The main formula is retained. The ZnO raw-material RFE reference incorrectly matches glycerol and needs clarification.

References: [1]

Packaging

Documented in source

Airtight plastic container. The source requires no special storage conditions.

References: [1]

Quality control

Partial evidence

Viscous white paste.
Additional tests from the referenced SOP:
Appearance and mass. For batches: spreadability and microbiological testing RFE 5.1.4.
Spreadability PN/CP/003: fixed sample quantity between glass plates, with locally defined successive loads and times; measure two diameters and compare area against load. Temperature variation of ±0.5°C is suggested. The source gives no universal acceptance limit; establish it locally.

References: [1] · [5] · [6]

Storage

Documented in source

Airtight plastic container. The source requires no special storage conditions.

References: [1]

Dispensing and directions

Documented in source

External use. Stir before use if a liquid layer separates. Granuloma risk in open wounds and possible allergic reactions.

References: [1]

Labelling

editorial_specimen

Aqueous zinc paste PO017
Strength/variant: __________ Quantity: __________
Batch: __________ Prepared: __________ Use by: __________
Εξωτερική χρήση / External use
Dose/directions: __________
Storage: Airtight plastic container. The source requires no special storage conditions.
External use. Stir before use if a liquid layer separates. Granuloma risk in open wounds and possible allergic reactions.

References: [1]

Sources and traceability

  1. FN/2003/PO/017 PASTA AL AGUA

    FN/2003 • ηλεκτρονικό κείμενο με NIPO 2020/2022 / electronic text with NIPO 2020/2022 · PDF pp. 2–3 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  2. FN/2003/PA/013 GLICEROL

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–2 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  3. FN/2003/PA/028 ÓXIDO DE ZINC

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–2 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  4. PN/L/PG/002/00 INDUMENTARIA

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–5 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  5. PN/L/FF/005/00 ELABORACIÓN DE PASTAS

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–6 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  6. PN/L/CP/003/00 DETERMINACIÓN DE EXTENSIBILIDAD

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–6 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

Provenance and reuse

This record comes from the supplied v4 collection. Primary-source rights and licences remain separate. No new comprehensive licence review has been performed for the earlier 239 records.

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