Calamine lotion is an over-the-counter medication used to treat mild itchiness, also known as pruritus. It can help relieve pain, discomfort, and itching caused by various skin conditions, including:
- Reactions to poisonous plants, such as poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac.
- Insect bites.
- Chickenpox.
- Shingles.
- Swimmers itch.
- Scabies.
- Chigger bites.
- Minor burns.
Additionally, calamine lotion can help dry out oozing and weeping skin irritations. It is important to use calamine lotion only on the skin and not swallow it, as the medicine can be dangerous if ingested.
