Calamine Lotion

Generic Name: Calamine topical

Brand Names:

Availability: Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Drug Class: Antipruitic drug

Therapeutic action

  • Antipruritic drug

Indications

  • Symptomatic treatment of pruritus

Forms and strengths

  • Calamine 8% or 15% lotion,bottle

Dosage

  • Child and adult: one application 3 to 4 times daily in a thin layer

Duration

  • According to clinical response

Contra-indications, adverse effects, precautions

  • Clean the skin before applying the lotion.
  • Do not apply to exudative and/or super infected lesions, mucous membranes or eyes.
  • In case of contact with eyes or mucous membranes, flush immediately with plenty of water.
  • Pregnancy: no contra-indication
  • Breast-feeding: no contra-indication. Do not apply to the breasts.

Remarks

  • Shake the lotion well before using.

Storage

– Below 25 °C