Caladryl lotion is a topical analgesic and skin protectant lotion that provides drying action and itch relief. It is used to temporarily relieve pain and itching associated with rashes due to poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac, insect bites, minor skin irritation, and minor cuts. Caladryl lotion contains pramoxine hydrochloride (1%) as a topical analgesic and zinc acetate (0.1%) as a skin protectant. It may also contain other ingredients including skin protectants such as calamine, zinc acetate, and zinc oxide. Some of the inactive ingredients in Caladryl lotion include SD Alcohol 38-B, camphor, diazolidinyl urea, fragrance, hypromellose, methylparaben, polysorbate 80, and propylene glycol.
Positive aspects of Caladryl lotion include its effectiveness in providing itch relief and drying action for rashes and insect bites. It is also widely available for purchase online and in stores. Negative aspects of Caladryl lotion are not mentioned in the search results.
