FDA label
What is ammonium lactate used for?
The FDA-approved uses of ammonium lactate, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is indicated for the treatment of ichthyosis vulgaris and xerosis.”
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Ammonium Lactate, cream
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. (ANDA075883). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is indicated for the treatment of ichthyosis vulgaris and xerosis.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 9745b6ce-f532-4e80-b6e9-477ab9db4e30, version 9, effective August 17, 2026. NDC 51672-1301, one of 8 listings for this product.
Ammonium Lactate, lotion
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. (ANDA076216). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Ammonium Lactate Lotion is indicated for the treatment of dry, scaly skin (xerosis) and ichthyosis vulgaris and for temporary relief of itching associated with these conditions.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 8bb09bb3-5bbc-489d-96c1-ae97cb58381e, version 7, effective July 30, 2026. NDC 51672-1300, one of 6 listings for this product.
Questions
What is ammonium lactate used for?
The FDA label says: “Ammonium Lactate Cream, 12% is indicated for the treatment of ichthyosis vulgaris and xerosis.”
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.