Calamine 15%+5%+5%

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | INDICATIONS AND USES

This combination lotion is used to relieve pain, itching, and discomfort from minor skin irritations such as poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. It also helps to dry the oozing and weeping caused by irritation due to these plants.

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | PHARMACOLOGY

Calamine has mild astringent and antipruritic actions. Zinc oxide has astringent, soothing and protective properties and is used in topical preparations for eczema, slight excoriations, wounds and haemorrhoids. It also reflects ultraviolet radiation and can be used as a physical sunscreen.

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | DOSAGE

Adult: Apply 3-4 times daily for 3-5 days.

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | DRUG INTERACTIONS

There are no known drug interactions for calamine/ zinc oxide topical.

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | SIDE EFFECTS

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | USE DURING PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

Category Not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS

For external use only. Not to be used on open wounds or burns.

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | USE IN SPECIAL POPULATIONS

Pediatrics: Appropriate studies on the relationship of age to the effects of calamine have not been performed in the pediatric population. Geriatrics: Appropriate studies on the relationship of age to the effects of calamine have not been performed in the geriatric population.

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | THERAPEUTIC CLASS

Local Antipruritic

Calamine 15%+5%+5% | STORAGE CONDITIONS

Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.