[{"from": "human", "value": "Could you give me a brief overview of this molecule? [C][C][Branch1][=Branch1][C][=Branch1][C][=O][O-1][O].[NH4+1]"}, {"from": "gpt", "value": "The molecule is an organic salt of ammonium (lactic acid neutralized with ammonium hydroxide), topical moisturizing Ammonium Lactate can be applied as a humectant in ichthyosis vulgaris and xerosis. Available as cream or lotion, this agent moisturizes the skin and breaks up the scales. (NCI04)"}]