Vusion
Vusion is a topical combination medication that contains miconazole (an antifungal), zinc oxide, and white petrolatum. It's an ointment used to treat diaper rash involving yeast infection in babies and toddlers 4 weeks and older. You'll need to apply Vusion at every diaper change but for no longer than 1 week. It can sometimes cause skin irritation as a side effect. Vusion is available with a prescription from your healthcare professional (HCP), and there's a generic version available.
What is Vusion?
What is Vusion used for?
- Diaper rash with yeast infection
How Vusion works
Vusion is an ointment that contains miconazole, zinc oxide, and white petrolatum. Miconazole is an antifungal that treats yeast infections by damaging the fungal cell wall. Both zinc oxide and petrolatum create a protective barrier to help prevent friction between the diaper and your baby's skin and protect the skin from moisture that could lead to a diaper rash and infections.
Drug facts
Side effects of Vusion
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Less Common Side Effects
- Rash
- Blisters
- Dry skin
- Skin redness
- Burning sensation
- Itching
The following Vusion side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Mild skin irritation, redness, or dryness
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Pros and cons of Vusion
Pros
- Only have to use a thin layer or small amount of ointment to apply to affected area
- Treats symptoms of diaper rash and also creates a protective barrier for the baby's skin to prevent from further irritation
- Generally well-tolerated with minimal or no side effects
Cons
- Can cause skin irritation as a side effect
- Can't be used as a preventive medication for diaper rash (only to treat an active infection)
- Unknown if safe to use longer than 7 days
Pharmacist tips for Vusion
- Continue to use Vusion for the full 7 days, even if you notice improvement.
- It's not known if using Vusion for more than 7 days is safe. Don't use Vusion for more than 7 days. If you don't see any improvement in 7 days or if the symptoms get worse, let your child's pediatrician know.
- Wash your hands before and after you apply the medication.
- Keep the Vusion tube stored at room temperature.
- Since this ointment contains an antifungal (miconazole), it's important that there is a clear diagnosis of a yeast infection prior to using this medication. If used in the absence of a yeast infection, your child can develop resistance to the medication, which means that Vusion won't work as well or at all in the future for an actual yeast infection.
- Vusion shouldn't be used to prevent a diaper rash.
- Vusion shouldn't be used in place of frequent diaper changes. Regular cleaning of the diaper area and frequent diaper changes are still necessary when using Vusion.
Common questions about Vusion
Yes, there's a generic version for Vusion available.
Vusion is made up of miconazole, zinc oxide, and white petrolatum (petroleum jelly). These ingredients work together to treat yeast infections and protect the skin between the diaper and your baby's skin.
You should apply Vusion to your child at every diaper change for up to a week. Don't use it for longer than a week because it's not known if it's safe. If your child's diaper rash doesn't get better after a week, talk with their pediatrician.
Your child's pediatrician will give you directions for Vusion. The typical instruction is to gently clean the affected area with lukewarm (not hot) water and pat the area dry with a soft towel first. Then, using your fingertips, gently apply a thin layer to the affected area. Make sure to not rub the medication into the skin, because this can cause more skin irritation. Wash your hands very well after applying Vusion. Repeat this process at every diaper change.
Don't use scented soaps, wipes, shampoos, or lotions on the diaper area treated with Vusion because they can cause more irritation to the skin.
It's not known if Vusion is safe or works well in adults who wear diapers because it hasn't been studied in this group of people. If you're looking for diaper rash treatment for adults, talk with your healthcare team.
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Risks and warnings for Vusion
Vusion can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Skin irritation
If skin irritation occurs while using Vusion or if the condition worsens, stop using this medication, and contact your child's pediatrician right away.
Vusion dosage
Tube of ointment| Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50g | 1 tube | $304.88 | $304.88 |
Typical dosage for Vusion
Infants ages 4 weeks and older: Apply a thin layer of Vusion to the affected area at each diaper change for 7 days. Don't rub the medication into your child's skin, because this can cause more irritation.
How much does Vusion cost?
$304.88
What are alternatives to Vusion?
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