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Side effect(s) of Calamine Lotion


Review the side-effects of Calamine Lotion as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

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- Rash or irritation.

Other Precautions :

Wash your hands thoroughly after applying this lotion.

Drug Name : Calamine Lotion

Calamine Lotion(Caladryl) generic is an anti-itch medication that contains mixture of zinc oxide (ZnO) with about 0.5% iron (III) oxide, prescribed for itching skin conditions. This medication in some cases is used as a mild antiseptic to arrest infections caused by scratching the affected area. Calamine is proved to be an effective medication in acne treatment.


Trade Names for Calamine Lotion

International :


Caladryl, Tronolane
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