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Mechanism of action

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Mechanism-of-action classes: Immunologic Factor Interactions; Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.

Indications

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  • Uses Temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation and itching due to: rashes eczema poison ivy, oak or sumac insect bites

Dosage & administration

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Directions Apply as needed

Warnings & precautions

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For external use only. Do not get into eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens, symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

FAERS reports

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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.
250 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.
  1. 1Rash3514%
  2. 2Pruritus3313%
  3. 3Drug Ineffective166.4%
  4. 4Fatigue166.4%
  5. 5Nausea156.0%
  6. 6Off Label Use156.0%
  7. 7Pain156.0%
  8. 8Dizziness145.6%
  9. 9Haemoglobin Decreased145.6%
  10. 10Arthralgia135.2%
  11. 11Pyrexia135.2%
  12. 12Asthenia114.4%
  13. 13Diarrhoea114.4%
  14. 14Anxiety104.0%
  15. 15Dyspnoea104.0%

Clinical trials

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The 10 most recently updated of 77 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Colloidal Oatmeal as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.

Frequently asked questions

How does Colloidal Oatmeal work?
Mechanism-of-action classes: Immunologic Factor Interactions; Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.
What is Colloidal Oatmeal used for?
According to FDA labeling, Colloidal Oatmeal carries indications including: Uses Temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation and itching due to: rashes eczema poison ivy, oak or sumac insect bites. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
What class of drug is Colloidal Oatmeal?
Colloidal Oatmeal is classified as Non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract, Non-Standardized Plant Allergenic Extract, Immunologic Factor Interactions, Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction, Cell-mediated Immunity, Emollient Activity, Increased Histamine Release, Increased IgG Production, Increased T Lymphocyte Activation.
What are the brand names for Colloidal Oatmeal?
Colloidal Oatmeal is marketed under brand names including After-bug, Dove DermaSeries Eczema, Ecoderm, Eucerin Eczema Relief.
Note. Data for colloidal-oatmeal 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.

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