Drug reference

lanolin

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Drug class

Miscellaneous (Topicals)

Mechanism of action

Emollient

Common side effects

  • None reported

Related conditions

Frequently asked questions

What drug class is lanolin?

lanolin belongs to: Miscellaneous.

How does lanolin work?

Emollient

What are the common side effects of lanolin?

None reported

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