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Overview
CALAMINE LOTION is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.CALAMINE LOTION is composed of: CALAMINE (15 %W/V), ZINC OXIDE (5 %W/V)
Usage
CALAMINE is generally used to treat: Measles, Eczema, Itchy Skin, Sunburn, Ivy Poison, Insect BiteCALAMINE can address symptoms like: Skin Irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Generally considered as Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Generally considered as Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Precautions for CALAMINE 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.
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dont swallow the calamine
Common Side-Effects
CALAMINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Face Swelling, Difficulty BreathingRare Side-Effects
CALAMINE : DizzinessTechnical Classification
CALAMINE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS TOPICAL AGENTS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTSPrescription 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?
| Others | 59% |
| 3 Times Daily | 20% |
| 2 Times Daily | 16% |
How long was it prescribed?
| 5 Days | 52% |
| 3 Days | 12% |
| 7 Days | 12% |
| 2 Days | 7% |
| 28 Days | 5% |
| 4 Days | 5% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
| Below 5yrs | 12% |
| 5 to 12yrs | 6% |
| 12 to 18yrs | 7% |
| 18 to 35yrs | 41% |
| 35 to 50yrs | 17% |
| 50 to 60yrs | 5% |
| 60 to 70yrs | 5% |
| 70yrs and above | 7% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
| Females | 55% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
| Physician | 73% |
| Pediatrician | 6% |
| Cardiologist | 5% |
| Gynaecologist | 4% |
| Oncologist | 2% |
| Pulmonologist | 2% |
| Neurologist | 1% |
| Rheumatologist | 1% |
| Orthopaedist | 1% |
| Gynaecologist And Obstetrician | 1% |
| Surgeon | 1% |
| Neonatologist | 1% |
| None | 1% |
| Gastroenterologist | 1% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
| ATARAX 25MG TAB | 15% |
| DOLO TAB 650MG | 11% |
| ALLEGRA TAB 120MG | 10% |
Available Alternatives for CALAMINE LOTION
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| CALAMINE LOTION | INR 30 for 100 ML LOTION | CALAMINE 15 %W/V, ZINC OXIDE 5 %W/V |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| CALAK 50 ML LOTION | INR 38 for 50 ML LOTION | CALAMINE 15 %W/V, GLYCEROL 5 %V/V, ZINC OXIDE 5 %W/V, BENTONITE 3 %W/V, SODIUM CITRATE 0.5 %W/V |
| CALALOTIO LTN | INR 100 for 100 ML LOTION | CALAMINE 15 %V/V, ZINC OXIDE 5 %W/V, GLYCERIN 5 %V/V, BENTONITE 3 %V/V, SODIUM CITRATE 0.05 %W/V |
| SILODERM CRM | INR 47.5 for 20GM CRM | DIMETHICONE 20 %W/W, ZINC OXIDE 7 %W/W, CETRIMIDE 1.25 %W/W, CALAMINE 1.5 %W/W |
| SUFRATE CRM | INR 50 for 25 GM CREAM | DIMETHICONE 20.0 %W/W, SUCRALFATE 7.0 %W/W, ZINC OXIDE 7.5 %W/W, CALAMINE 1.5 %W/W, CETRIMIDE 1.129 %W/W |