Calamine is used for pain, itching, and discomfort relief from minor skin irritations like poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac.
It aids in drying the oozing and weeping resulting from irritation caused by these plants.
Dosage and administration
Apply the medication on the skin only.
Follow product package directions or doctor’s instructions.
Shake the bottle well before use.
Use a cotton pad to apply the medication, allowing it to dry on the skin.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions.
Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, nose, and genital/anal areas; flush with water if contact occurs.
Inform your doctor if the condition worsens or doesn’t improve within 7 days.
Side effects
If directed by your doctor, understand that the benefit outweighs the risk of side effects.
Many users experience this medication without serious side effects.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience skin irritation.
Serious allergic reactions are rare but seek medical help for symptoms like rash, itching/swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
Incomplete list; contact doctor/pharmacist for other unlisted effects.
Precautions
Inform your doctor/pharmacist about allergies to calamine or other allergies.
Inactive ingredients may cause allergic reactions; consult the pharmacist for details.
If pregnant, inform your doctor before using this medication.
Consult your doctor before breastfeeding, as it’s unknown if the drug passes into breast milk.
Additional information
Brand Name:
Calamine
Scientific Name:
Calamine/zinc oxide – non Rx
Other Names:
Calamine
Strength(s):
6.971/6.971%
Quantities Available:
100mL
Formulation:
Lotion
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