Calamine
Unknown Cellular or Molecular InteractionAstringent ActivitySkin Barrier ActivityUS-FDASourced from openFDA
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/api/v1/drug/calamineMechanism of action
Sourced from openFDAMechanism-of-action class: Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.
Indications
Sourced from openFDA- Uses dries the oozing and weeping of poison: ivy oak sumac
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDADirections shake well before using apply as needed
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAFor external use only
Adverse reactions
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FAERS reports
Reference statistics only. FAERS reports are voluntarily submitted and are not incidence rates, safety signals, or causal evidence. Counts reflect reporting volume — how often a reaction was reported, not how often it occurs. For decision-grade use, consult openFDA and the FAERS Public Dashboard directly.
441 total reports matchedLatest report Share = reports listing the reaction ÷ total matched reports. Rows can sum to >100% because a single report often lists multiple reactions.
- 1Rash7317%
- 2Diarrhoea5913%
- 3Fatigue5212%
- 4Pruritus439.8%
- 5Constipation429.5%
- 6Nausea368.2%
- 7Dizziness337.5%
- 8Seizure337.5%
- 9Neuropathy Peripheral327.3%
- 10Lacrimation Increased317.0%
- 11Headache306.8%
- 12Drug Ineffective296.6%
- 13Off Label Use296.6%
- 14Weight Decreased265.9%
- 15Abdominal Pain255.7%
Clinical trials
The 1 most recently updated of 1 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Calamine as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.
- Ultrasound Guided Serratus Anterior Versus Erector Spinae Block in Pain Alleviation in Acute Herpes ZosterNot yet recruiting · Interventional · 120 enrolled · Minia UniversityNCT06476080updated 2024-06-27
Frequently asked questions
- How does Calamine work?
- Mechanism-of-action class: Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.
- What is Calamine used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Calamine carries indications including: Uses dries the oozing and weeping of poison: ivy oak sumac. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
- What class of drug is Calamine?
- Calamine is classified as Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction, Astringent Activity, Skin Barrier Activity.
- What are the brand names for Calamine?
- Calamine is marketed under brand names including Baby Anti Monkey Butt Diaper Rash Cream, Caladryl, Calagesic, Lantiseptic Multi-Purpose.
Note. Data for
calamine is illustrative MVP content compiled from public sources. pharmacopeia is for educational and informational use only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.