Calamine Lotion

 Calamine lotion is a topical medication that can help relieve itching caused by minor skin irritations. It is usually made by mixing calamine, zinc oxide, glycerin and water with some other ingredients. There are different methods of preparing calamine lotion, such as using a stainless steel container or a solution of sodium citrate. You can watch some videos on how to prepare calamine lotion on YouTube, but be careful not to use it as a makeup primer as some TikTok users have done, because it may cause skin irritation or dryness.

Calamine lotion has several benefits for the skin. It can help relieve itching caused by minor skin irritations, such as insect bites, chickenpox, shingles, poison ivy/oak/sumac and scabies. It can also help dry out oozing and weeping from these skin conditions. Some people also use calamine lotion to help manage acne, as it may have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties due to its zinc content. Calamine lotion may also heal sunburns, reduce dark spots and improve skin texture.

To apply calamine lotion, you should follow these steps:

  • Make sure that the affected area is clean and dry.
  • Shake the bottle of calamine lotion well to mix the ingredients.
  • Apply the lotion to a cotton pad or a clean cloth.
  • Dab the wet cotton pad or cloth gently over the skin, avoiding the eyes, mouth, nose, genitals and anal area.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly after applying the lotion.
  • Repeat as needed until your symptoms improve or clear up.

Do not use calamine lotion on large areas of skin or for more than a week without consulting your doctor.

Calamine lotion is generally safe and well-tolerated, but some people may experience side effects such as:

  • Skin irritation, redness, swelling or new pain in the area where you applied the lotion.
  • Allergic reactions, such as rash, itching, hives and swelling, especially on your face, mouth, tongue and throat.
  • Tightness in your chest or throat, difficulty swallowing, talking or breathing, wheezing or hoarseness.
  • Blisters or peeling skin.
  • Severe dizziness or fever.

If you have any of these symptoms after using calamine lotion, stop using it and seek medical attention immediately. Do not use calamine lotion if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Do not ingest calamine lotion as it can be toxic.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

PLANT LAYOUT FOR CAPSULE MANUFACTURING DEPARTMENT & MANUFACTURING PROCESS

Image
PLANT LAYOUT  FOR CAPSULE MANUFACTURING DEPARTMENT: ENVIRONMENT CONDITION FOR CAPSULE FILLING AREA Humidity:          Not more than 35% RH Temperature:    Not more than 25% Area of each room, position of equipments, washing, drying, and sanitary facilities must be in accordance with GMP. MANUFACTURING PROCESS: CHEMCAPS Limited is an India based young and dynamic organization engaged in the manufacture and export of 'empty hard gelatin capsules' under the brand name of 'Chemlock' for discerning customers around the globe. COMPOSITION                                     Gelatin                                     Water                                     Colorants                                     Opecifier (TiO2 Dyes and Other)                                     Preservative MANUFACTURING OF HGC SHELL: SFR-901 FULLY AUTOMATIC CAPSULE MACHINE: FEATURES OF SFR-901 Ø   The Safrroys SFR-901 mod
Keep reading

ANTIOXIDANTS: In Pharmaceutical Formulation

Image
Introduction: Chemically they are reducing agents. They oxidize themselves and prevent oxidation of API. A substance that inhibits oxidation is called antioxidants. The effectiveness of antioxidant can depend on the concentration used and pH of solution. Examples:  Ascorbic acid,  butylated hydroxy anisole (BHA),  butylated hydroxyl toluene (BHT) Oxidation is a chemical reaction involving the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state. Oxidation reactions can produce free radicals. In turn, these radicals can start chain reactions. When the chain reaction occurs in a cell, it can cause damage or death to the cell. Antioxidants terminate these chain reactions by removing free radical intermediates, and inhibit other oxidation reactions. The following are some of the qualities of an ideal anti-oxidant: It should be readily soluble or dispersible in the medium. It should be effective in low concentration. It should be non-toxic. It should be non-irrita
Keep reading

3. Development of working hypothesis:

Image
After extensive literature survey, researcher should state in clear terms the working hypothesis or hypotheses. Working hypothesis is tentative assumption made in order to draw out and test its logical or empirical consequences. As such the manner in which research hypotheses are developed is particularly important since they provide the focal point for research. They also affect the manner in which tests must be conducted in the analysis of data and indirectly the quality of data which is required for the analysis. In most types of research, the development of working hypothesis plays an important role. Hypothesis should be very specific and limited to the piece of research in hand because it has to be tested. The role of the hypothesis is to guide the researcher by delimiting the area of research and to keep him on the right track. It sharpens his thinking and focuses attention on the more important facets of the problem. It also indicates the type of data required
Keep reading

Facebook Page

Knowledge of Pharma