CALADRYL 60 ML LOTION

Overview

CALADRYL 60 ML LOTION is a Schedule G drug.

CALADRYL 60 ML LOTION is composed of: CALAMINE (8 %W/V), DIPHENHYDRAMINE (1 %W/V)

Calamine is an anti-itch medicine that works by causing a cooling sensation as it evaporates on your skin. Calamine also dries oozing or weeping from minor skin irritation. Calamine topical (for the skin) is used to treat itching and skin irritation caused by chickenpox, insect bites or stings, measles, eczema, sunburn, poison ivy, and other minor skin conditions.
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. Diphenhydramine is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms. Diphenhydramine is also used to treat motion sickness, to induce sleep, and to treat certain symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Usage

CALAMINE is generally used to treat: Measles, Eczema, Itchy Skin, Sunburn, Ivy Poison, Insect Bite
CALAMINE can address symptoms like: Skin Irritation

DIPHENHYDRAMINE is generally used to treat: Hives, Skin Rash, Common Cold, Allergy
DIPHENHYDRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Runny Nose, Eyes Watery Eyes

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CALADRYL 60 ML LOTION is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for CALADRYL 60 ML LOTION and its Constituents


  • Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. You should not use calamine topical if you are allergic to it.Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Before you apply calamine topical, wash the skin with soap and water. Allow the skin to dry completely.
  • Shake the calamine lotion well just before each use.
  • Apply calamine topical directly to the skin and rub in gently, allowing it to dry on your skin. You may also use a cotton ball to smooth the medicine onto your skin.Wash your hands with soap and water after applying the medicine.
  • dont swallow the calamine

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, increased eye pressure, ulcer, difficulty in urinating, enlarged prostate, heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. if it is topical one avoid contact with eyes and mouth.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DIPHENHYDRAMINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Drowsiness, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Restless Or Irritability, Hallucinations

Common Side-Effects

CALAMINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing
DIPHENHYDRAMINE : Dizziness, Drowsiness, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Vomit, Constipation, Head Headache, Nervousness, Weakness (generalized)

Rare Side-Effects

CALAMINE : Dizziness
DIPHENHYDRAMINE : Skin Rash, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

DIPHENHYDRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Depression, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

CALAMINE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS TOPICAL AGENTS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS
DIPHENHYDRAMINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Others65%
2 Times Daily15%
3 Times Daily8%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)4%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days57%
7 Days23%
14 Days7%
3 Days7%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs28%
5 to 12yrs16%
12 to 18yrs10%
18 to 35yrs25%
35 to 50yrs15%
50 to 60yrs2%
60 to 70yrs2%
70yrs and above3%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females53%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Pediatric Gastroenterologist31%
General Practitioner24%
Pediatrician23%
Physician17%
Gynaecologist And Obstetrician2%
Orthopaedist1%
Internist1%
Dermatologist1%
Gynaecologist1%
None1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ATARAX SYR13%
BENADRYL SYR13%

Available Alternatives for CALADRYL 60 ML LOTION

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CALADRYL 60 ML LOTIONINR 43.4 for 60 ML LOTIONCALAMINE 8 %W/V, DIPHENHYDRAMINE 1 %W/V

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

HISTO CALAMINE LOTIONINR 93.5 for 100 MLCALAMINE 8 %W/V, GLYCERIN 6.25 %W/V, ALOE VERA 5 %W/V, DIPHENHYDRAMINE 1 %W/V, CAMPHOR 0.1 %W/V
HISTO CALAMINE LTNINR 109 for 100 ML LOTIONCALAMINE 8.0 %W/V, GLYCERIN 6.25 %W/V, ALOE VERA 5.0 %W/V, DIPHENHYDRAMINE 1.0 %W/V, CAMPHOR 0.1 %W/V