Mechanism Of Action Of Calamine Lotion

• Calamine is an anti-itch medicine that works by causing a cooling sensation as it evaporates on your skin.
• Calamine also reduces minor skin irritation.

 

Therapeutic Indications Of Calamine Lotion

• This medication 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.

 

Method Of Administration Of Calamine Lotion

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Apply a thin layer of the product to your skin and gently massage until absorbed.
• Apply it once to several times daily as required.
• Always use the dosage described in the leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor.
• If you think that the effect of the medicine is too weak or too strong, please consult your doctor or pharmacist
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

 

Undesirable Side Effects Of Calamine Lotion

• Side effects of this product have only rarely been observed to date. Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you notice or developed any side effect

 

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Calamine Lotion

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

 

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Skin Dryness

• Gently wash your face at least twice a day. Use a gentle cleanser like Payot Face Cleansing Lotion or Cerave Hydrating Cleanser
• Apply moisturizer several times a day, especially when your skin feels dry and after hand washing or bathing, while your skin is still moist
• Drink plenty of water

 

Warnings & Special Precautions While Taking Calamine Lotion

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are:

1. Suffer from any other illnesses
2. Have allergies
3. Taking or externally applying any other medicines (including those you purchase yourself).

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

 

Storage Conditions Of Calamine Lotion

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.