Calamine + Zinc oxide Pharmacology

Calamine + Zinc oxide

About Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Mechanism of Action of Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Pharmacokinets of Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Onset of Action for Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Duration of Action for Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Half Life of Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Side Effects of Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Contra-indications of Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Special Precautions while taking Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Pregnancy Related Information
May be used
Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
May be used
Children Related Information
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Indications for Calamine + Zinc oxide
1.Irritations due to insect bites and stings
2.Sunburn
3.Skin rashes
Interactions for Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Typical Dosage for Calamine + Zinc oxide
It should be applied 2 or 3 times daily to the affected areas
Schedule of Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Storage Requirements for Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Effects of Overdose of Calamine + Zinc oxide
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Calamine

About Calamine
Antipruritic, mild antiseptic, astringent.
Mechanism of Action of Calamine
Calamine is an anti-pruritics, which are used to relieve itching. Itching can be caused by physical irritation or chemical changes in the skin caused by disease, allergy, inflammation, side-effects of drugs, or reaction to irritant substances. It is a common symptom of skin disorders, e.g. eczema, and infection with lice or worms. Calamine is used as it has a cooling and soothing effect on the skin for symptomatic relief of the itching. It also contains the active ingredient zinc oxide, which has antiseptic properties and helps prevent infection from scratching.
Pharmacokinets of Calamine
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Onset of Action for Calamine
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Duration of Action for Calamine
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Half Life of Calamine
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Side Effects of Calamine
1.Hives
2.Difficulty breathing
3.Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Contra-indications of Calamine
1.Hypersensitivity to Calamine
2. Oozing skin
Special Precautions while taking Calamine
1.Do not use on extensive areas of skin for longer than 7 days
2.Avoid contact with mucous membranes and eyes
3.Discontinue if rash or burning sensation occurs
4.Avoid contact with eyes or mouth or nose.
Pregnancy Related Information
May be used
Old Age Related Information
May be used
Breast Feeding Related Information
May be used
Children Related Information
May be used
Indications for Calamine
1.To relieve the itching, pain, and discomfort of minor skin irritations
Interactions for Calamine
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Typical Dosage for Calamine
Apply calamine directly to the skin and rub in gently, allowing to dry on your skin. Apply 3 to 4 times a day.
Schedule of Calamine
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Storage Requirements for Calamine
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.Keep out of the reach of children.

Effects of Missed Dosage of Calamine
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose.Do not double the dose.Continue the regular schedule.
Effects of Overdose of Calamine
Give supportive measures and sympptomatic treatment.

Zinc oxide

About Zinc oxide
Zinc compound, A sunscreen,antipruritic.
Mechanism of Action of Zinc oxide
It works by providing a skin barrier and helps in healing and prevent skin irritation. It acts as a sunscreen which absorbs incident solar radiation in the UVA ranges and reduces its transmission to the skin.
Pharmacokinets of Zinc oxide
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Onset of Action for Zinc oxide
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Duration of Action for Zinc oxide
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Half Life of Zinc oxide
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Side Effects of Zinc oxide
1.Rash
2.Hives
3.Difficulty breathing
4.Tightness in the chest
5.Swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue
6.Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
7.Stop using zinc oxide rectal suppositories if you have rectal bleeding or continued pain.

Contra-indications of Zinc oxide
1.Hypersensitivity to Zinc oxide
2.Allergic to zinc, dimethicone, lanolin, cod liver oil, petroleum jelly, parabens, mineral oil, or wax.
Special Precautions while taking Zinc oxide
1.Allergic to Zinc preparations
2.Zinc oxide topical will not treat a bacterial or fungal infection
3.Keep the diaper area clean and dry to prevent worsening of skin rash. Change wet diapers as soon as possible. Allow the skin to dry thoroughly before putting on a fresh diaper
4.Avoid getting this medication in your mouth or eyes
5.Do not use zinc oxide topical on deep skin wounds or severe burns
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
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Indications for Zinc oxide
1.To prevent minor skin irritations such as burns, cuts, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and diaper rash.
2.As sunscreen
3.Zinc oxide topical (for the skin) is used to treat diaper rash, minor burns, severely chapped skin, or other minor skin irritations.
4.Zinc oxide rectal suppositories are used to treat itching, burning, irritation, and other rectal discomfort caused by hemorrhoids or painful bowel movements
Interactions for Zinc oxide
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Typical Dosage for Zinc oxide
Apply the medicament to the affected part 2 times daily.
Schedule of Zinc oxide
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Storage Requirements for Zinc oxide
Store at 15 - 30 degree C.Protect from heat,light and moisture.Keep out of the reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Zinc oxide
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed.
Effects of Overdose of Zinc oxide
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

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