Properties:
Calamina presents a balanced combination of Calamine, Camphor and Glycerol for topical application in lotion form.
Calamine is indicated for the topical relief of itching, pain, and discomfort of minor skin irritations.
Calamine has also a mild astringent action on the skin.
Camphor by virtue of its topical antipruritic properties, potentiates the effect of Calamine.
Camphor has, in addition, topical antiinfective properties.
Glycerin is an established emollient and lubricant and helps to maintain the skin moist for a considerable time minimizing thus any inflammatory condition of skin.
Calamine lotion is an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine you can use to treat mild itchiness (pruritus). The topical pink lotion can help relieve itchiness, pain and discomfort caused by conditions such as bug bites, chickenpox and poison ivy. You can also use this medication to dry out oozing skin irritations and protect your skin. You should only use calamine lotion on your skin (topically). The medicine can be dangerous if swallowed.
Before using calamine lotion, shake the bottle well. Pour some of the lotion onto a cotton ball, cotton swab or soft cloth. Then, dab the medication onto the affected area of your skin. Let the lotion dry on your skin. Repeat this process as often as necessary.
Don't use calamine lotion on an open wound. Avoid getting calamine lotion anywhere near your eyes, nose, mouth or genital and anal areas. If you get the lotion in any of these areas, immediately flush it out with water. Call a poison control center if you swallow the medication.
Indications:
Applied externally for the relief of :
Inflammatory skin reactions.
Redness and roughness.
Eczema.
Mild sunburn.
As protective in slight excoriations.