Calamine Topical Lotion

Calamine 15% + Zinc Oxide 5%
Combination
PINEWOOD LAB. (CONMED)
Pack size 100ml
Dispensing mode P
Source IRELAND
AgentAL MAFRAQ PHARMACEUTICAL EST.
Retail Price 2.50 AED

Indications

Calamine Topical Lotion is used for: Pruritus, Discomfort from minor skin irritations such as Poison ivy, Poison oak, Poison sumac. Itching, Psoriasis, eczema, urticaria.

Adult Dose

Adult: Apply 3-4 times daily for 3-5 days.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

History of hypersensitivity to any of the components

Precautions

For external use only. Not to be used on open wounds or burns.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

There are no known drug interactions for calamine / zinc oxide topical.

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Calamine 15% + Zinc Oxide 5% : May cause rash or irritation.

Mechanism of Action

Calamine has mild astringent and antipruritic actions. Zinc oxide has astringent, soothing and protective properties and is used in topical preparations for eczema, slight excoriations, wounds and haemorrhoids. It also reflects ultraviolet radiation and can be used as a physical sunscreen.

Note

Calamine Combination Topical Lotion manufactured by PINEWOOD LAB. (CONMED). Its generic name is Calamine 15% + Zinc Oxide 5%. Calamine is availble in United Arab Emirates. Farmaco UAE drug index information on Calamine Topical Lotion is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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