Moisture Barrier Creams for Diaper Dermatitis (Diaper Rash)

It is important to use an approved moisture barrier product if your child wears diapers or pull-ups or if they have skin breakdown or dermatitis in the diaper area. 

Approved products for preventing or treating diaper rash

Use these products for any patient in diapers or pull-ups, or patients who have diaper rash or skin breakdown in the diaper area. These products work best when you apply 1 of these creams at every diaper change.

How to apply a moisture barrier cream

• Use a soft cloth to clean the diaper area with warm water and mild soap and pat dry. Do not use baby wipes to clean.
• You do not need to remove all the existing moisture barrier cream. 
• Apply a thick layer of cream to the entire affected area.
• You have applied enough cream when you can no longer see any skin through the cream.

Apply moisture barrier cream after each diaper change. Reapply as needed to keep the affected area covered.   

If your child gets chemotherapy medicines, wear gloves and other personal protective equipment (PPE) for diaper changes as instructed. Always follow instructions for safe handling of body fluids after chemotherapy.

Let your care team know if your child’s diaper rash gets worse or does not improve. Find more information on diaper rash (diaper dermatitis).

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