Calamine Plain (topical)

Calamine Plain is a medicine that helps relieve itching by creating a cooling effect as it evaporates from your skin. It also helps to dry up oozing or weeping from minor skin irritation.

Calamine Plain topical (for the skin) is used to treat itching and skin irritation caused by chickenpox, insect bites or stings, measles, eczema, sunburn, poison ivy, and other minor skin conditions.

Calamine Plain topical may also be used for other reasons that are not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Before applying Calamine Plain topical, wash the skin with soap and water. Allow the skin to dry completely.

Shake the Calamine Plain lotion well just before each use.

Apply Calamine Plain topical directly to the skin and rub in gently, allowing it to dry on your skin. You may also use a cotton ball to smooth the medicine onto your skin.

Wash your hands with soap and water after applying the medicine.

Calamine Plain lotion may leave a thin film on the skin as it dries. You may cover the treated area with loose clothing, but Calamine Plain can stain fabrics it comes in contact with.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if your symptoms clear up and then come back.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze or refrigerate.

Follow all instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and any medicines you are using.

You should not use Calamine Plain topical if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Calamine Plain topical if you have other medical conditions, especially any allergies.

It is not known whether Calamine Plain topical will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether calamine topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Get emergency medical help if you notice any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Calamine Plain may lead to serious side effects. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience:

• redness, rash, pus, or other signs of infection.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may happen. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since Calamine Plain (topical) is used as needed, you might not have a dosing schedule. If you do have a schedule, apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

An overdose of Calamine Plain is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone accidentally swallows the medication.

Do not take by mouth. Calamine Plain topical is for use only on the skin. If Calamine Plain gets in your eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina, rinse with water.

Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with Calamine Plain unless your doctor instructs you to.

It is unlikely that other medications you take by mouth or through injection will affect Calamine Plain applied to the skin. However, many drugs can interact with each other. Inform all your health care providers about all the medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.