Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor
About
Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor belongs to the class of 'anti-allergens'. Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is used in the treatment of allergic skin conditions. It is also used to treat itching, insect/sting bites, eczema, and other minor skin conditions.
Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is a combination of three medicines namely: calamine, diphenhydramine, and camphor. Calamine and camphor are two astringents whereas diphenhydramine is anti-allergic. The astringents work by imparting a cooling sensation on the skin to relieve minor skin irritation and the antiallergic works by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby relieving symptoms of skin allergy.
Use Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Before you apply Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor topical, wash the skin with soap and water. Allow the skin to dry completely. Apply Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor directly to the skin and rub it gently, allowing it to dry on your skin. You may also use a cotton ball to smooth the medicine onto your skin. Usually, Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor does not cause any side-effects, sometimes may have side effects like hives, rash, redness, and difficulty in breathing, in that case, contact your doctor immediately.
Let your doctor know if you are using a prescription, non-prescription drugs, and herbal products before starting Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor. If you are known to be allergic to Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze or refrigerate. Wash your hands with soap and water after applying for the medicine. Do not use the Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor for internal use, it is only for external use. Discontinue if rash or burning sensation occurs by informing your doctor.
Uses of Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor
Medicinal Benefits
Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is used to treat allergic skin conditions which contains calamine, diphenhydramine, and camphor. Calamine and camphor are two astringents whereas diphenhydramine is anti-allergic. The astringents work by imparting a cooling sensation on the skin to relieve minor skin irritation and the antiallergic works by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby relieving symptoms of skin allergy.Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor can also be used in treating itching, sting/insect bites, rashes, eczema.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor
Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor usually does not cause any side effects.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
- Do not use on extensive areas of skin for longer than 7 days
- Avoid contact with mucous membranes and eyes
- Discontinue if rash or burning sensation occurs
- Do not stop the Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor suddenly after relieving the symptoms on your own, there may be a chance of reoccurrence of symptoms. So take the advise of your doctor before stopping the Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Use Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor with medical advice as it is a topical application that does not cause any disease interaction.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionCalamine+diphenhydramine+camphor should not be taken with alcohol, because it may aggravate the symptoms of skin allergy.
Pregnancy
cautionCalamine+diphenhydramine+camphor may be used in pregnant. Because Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is a topical one, so it does not absorb into the systemic circulation and will not produce harmful effects to an unborn baby. Before using take advice of your doctor.
Breast Feeding
cautionCalamine+diphenhydramine+camphor may be used in breastfeeding mothers. because Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is a topical one, so it does not absorb into the systemic circulation and will not pass through the breastmilk.Before using Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor take the advice of your doctor.
Driving
safe if prescribedCalamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is used when you are driving.Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor does not absorb through systemic circulation, because it is applied on the skin, so it does not cause any drowsiness.
Liver
cautionCalamine+diphenhydramine+camphor may be used in liver diseases. Because Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is a topical one, so it does not absorb into the systemic circulation.
Kidney
cautionCalamine+diphenhydramine+camphor may be used in kidney diseases. Because Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is a topical one, so it does not absorb into the systemic circulation.
Children
cautionCalamine+diphenhydramine+camphor should be given to the children below 12 years, but not to the infants (newborn child<4weeks). before using inform to your doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Quitting smoking
- Limit alcohol
- Take foods like blueberries, broccoli, guava, kiwi fruits, oranges, papaya, strawberries, and sweet potatoes.
- Avoid oily content foods, white grains, chocolate.
Special Advise
- Wash your hands with soap and water after applying for the medicine.
- Before you apply Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor topical, wash the skin with soap and water. Allow the skin to dry completely.
- Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if your symptoms clear up and then come back.
- Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze or refrigerate.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Allergic skin conditions: A skin allergy is when the skin becomes irritated because the immune system reacting to something that is usually harmless. This is called an allergic reaction. An allergic reaction can cause rash, itching, burning, redness, bumps, hives, and swelling. Many different allergens can cause a reaction. Some of the most common allergic skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, urticaria.
FAQs
Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor is a combination of calamine, diphenhydramine, and camphor. Calamine and camphor both are astringents whereas diphenhydramine is an antiallergic, the astringents work by imparting a cooling sensation on the skin to relieve minor skin irritation. The antiallergic works by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby relieving symptoms of skin allergy.
Before you apply Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor topical, wash the skin with soap and water. Allow the skin to dry completely.
Calamine+diphenhydramine+camphor cannot be stopped suddenly after relieving from symptoms without informing your doctor, as it may lead to the reoccurrence of symptoms.
