Calamine
Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)
What it is used for
Uses temporarily relieves pain and itching associated with: insect bites rashes minor skin irritations minor cuts dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac Clinical selection for Calamine should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class). Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.
Warnings
Warnings For external use only. Flammable: Do not use while smoking or near heat or flame. Do not puncture or incinerate. Contents under pressure. Do not store at temperatures above 120°F. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling contents can be harmful or fatal. When using this product do not get into eyes ask a doctor before using on children under 2 years of age Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again in a few days Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again in a few days
Possible side effects
Adverse reactions vary by agent. Counsel on common predictable effects and serious warning symptoms (allergy, severe rash, jaundice, unusual bleeding, severe GI symptoms, neurological changes). Report suspected ADRs via national pharmacovigilance channels.
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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