Caladine Lotion is useful for overcoming itching on the skin due to prickly heat and insect bites. Caladine Lotion is available in 60 ml and 90 ml bottles.
Caladine contains 5% calamine, 10% zinc oxide, and 2% diphenhydramine hydrochloride. These three substances are useful for relieving itching on the skin due to allergies, irritation, and insect bites. Caladine Lotion has an anti-allergic, antiseptic, and skin conditioning effect.
What is Caladine Lotion?
| Active ingredients | Calamine, diphenhydramine hydrochloride, zinc oxide. |
| group | Antihistamines (diphenhydramine hydrochloride) |
| Category | Free medicine |
| Benefit | Overcoming itching due to prickly heat, hot air, and insect bites. |
| Used by | Mature |
| Caladine Lotion for pregnant and lactating women | Category C: Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women. Drugs should only be used if the expected benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus. It is not known whether Caladine Lotion can be absorbed into breast milk or not. If you are breastfeeding, do not use this medicine without consulting your doctor first. |
| Drug form | Lotion (oil) |
WarningBefore Using Caladine Lotion:
- Do not use Caladine Lotion if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine.
- Do not apply Caladine Lotion to skin that is blistered, peeling, or oozing.
- Before using Caladine Lotion, tell your doctor if you have a fever or other complaints before the itching and rash appear on the skin.
- Caladine Lotion should only be used when itching occurs.
- Immediately consult a doctor if a rash or burning sensation appears on the skin after using Caladine Lotion.
- Stop treatment if symptoms do not improve or get worse after using Caladine Lotion for 7 days.
Dosage and Rules for Use Caladine Lotion
Apply Caladine Lotion 2-4 times a day. Previously, clean the itchy skin first. Caladine Lotion should be used after bathing in the morning and evening.
How to Use Caladine Lotion Correctly
Before using Caladine Lotion, wash your hands and clean the itchy skin area with soap and water first, then dry with a soft towel or cloth. Apply Caladine lotion to taste on the itchy skin area.
Do not use Caladine Lotion in excess. Excessive use does not make the itching go away faster, but it will increase the risk of side effects.
Do not forget to wash your hands again with water and soap after using Caladine Lotion, unless this medicine is used on the palms of the hands.
Caladine Lotion should only be used on the skin. Avoid use around the eyes, mouth, genitals and rectum. If Caladine accidentally hits these areas, rinse immediately with clean water.
The content of diphendydramine in Caladine Lotion can react to heat. Do not use Caladine Lotion near a fire or while smoking.
Store Caladine Lotion at room temperature. Do not store it in a place that is too hot or too cold, such as in the refrigerator. Keep out of reach of children.
Caladine Lotion Side Effects and Dangers
Caladine Lotion is safe to use. However, in rare cases, the content of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, calamine, and zinc oxide in Caladine Lotion can cause allergic reactions. Consult a doctor if symptoms of drug allergy appear, such as swelling of the skin or shortness of breath.