Pramoxine Hcl, Zinc Oxide, Calamine

Generic Name: pramoxine hcl, zinc oxide, calamine

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Dermagesic

Purpose Anesthetic/Analgesic Skin Protectant

Overview

Purpose Anesthetic/Analgesic Skin Protectant

Uses

Uses for the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns, sunburn, minor cuts, scrapes, insect bites or minor irritations dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac.

Dosage

Directions SHAKE WELL Adults and children 2 years of age and older apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily Children under 2 years of age ask a doctor Do not use more often than directed

Warnings

Warnings For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes Not for Pediatric use Hypersensitivity to "caine" anesthetics Do not use on large areas of the body with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one taken by mouth Ask a doctor before use on chicken pox on measles Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pramoxine Hcl, Zinc Oxide, Calamine used for?

Uses for the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns, sunburn, minor cuts, scrapes, insect bites or minor irritations dries the oozing and weeping of poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac.

What are the important warnings for Pramoxine Hcl, Zinc Oxide, Calamine?

Warnings For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes Not for Pediatric use Hypersensitivity to "caine" anesthetics Do not use on large areas of the body with any other product containing diphenhydramine, even one taken by mouth Ask a doctor before use on chicken pox on measles Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days

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Medical Disclaimer

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