Classes
DAE Class; OTC, Rx
Common Brand Names; CALADRYL
- Topical Antihistamines/Antipruritics
Description
Calamine / Diphenhydramine / Camphor is used for Eczema, Photo damage of skin, Burning sensation, Warts, Itch, Itching, Cold sores, Pain associated with minor skin irritations, Pain in skin, Erosion and other conditions.
Indications
- Eczema
- Photo damage of skin
- Burning sensation
- Warts
- Itch
- Itching
- Cold sores
- Pain associated with minor skin irritations
- Pain in skin
- Erosion
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to Caladryl Lotion is a contraindication. In addition, Caladryl Lotion should not be used if you have the following conditions:
- do not use on large areas of the body
Adverse Effects
- Excitement
- Feeling of warmth
- Headache
- Vertigo
- Restlessness
Warnings
- for external use only
- keep out of reach of children
- do not take by mouth. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine on open wounds, dry, chapped, irritated, or sun-burned skin.
- wash your hands before and after applying Caladryl Lotion. Clean and dry the skin area to be treated.
- do not wash the treated area after immediately applying Caladryl Lotion. Also avoid the use of other products on the treated area unless directed by your doctor.
- applying an excessive amount may result in pilling. Use a thinner layer or lesser quantity of medicine to avoid pilling.
- avoid getting this medication in your eyes or nose or mouth.
How supplied
Calamine / Diphenhydramine / Camphor
Lotion
- calamine 8 % w/v, diphenhydramine hydrochloride 1 % w/v, camphor 0.1 % w/v.