Caldyphen Clear

Caldyphen Clear (for the skin) is a combination medicine that helps relieve pain and itching from contact with poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac. It also helps dry oozing or weeping from minor skin irritation.

Caldyphen Clear 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 take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.

Shake well before using.

Clean the affected area with soap and water and let it dry before each use. Apply Caldyphen Clear to the affected skin up to 3 to 4 times daily.

Stop using Caldyphen Clear and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 7 days, if they get worse, or if they disappear and occur again within a few days.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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

You should not use Caldyphen Clear if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor before using Caldyphen Clear if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 2 years old without medical advice.

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

Less serious side effects may happen more often, and you may not experience any at all.

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.

Apply the medicine as soon as possible, but skip the missed dose if it is nearly time for your next dose. Do not apply two doses at once.

An overdose of Caldyphen Clear is not likely to be harmful. Get emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if someone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Do not get Caldyphen Clear in your eyes or mucous membranes.

Medicine applied to the skin is not likely to be influenced by other medications you take. However, many medications can interact with one another. Inform all of your healthcare providers about all the medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.