Calamine lotion
Calamine (zinc oxide + ferric oxide) lotion
The pink bottle for angry skin — cools, dries and calms most everyday itches.
Educational reference only — not medical advice. *Doses shown are typical adult label doses. Read the pack, and confirm with a doctor or pharmacist — especially for children, pregnancy, the elderly, or any chronic condition.
What it's for
Uses
Why it earns its place
Benefits
- Cools on contact and takes the edge off scratching
- Gentle enough for children's chickenpox itch
- No drug interactions — it works on the surface
The honest column
Side effects
Common — usually settle
- Dry skin with frequent use
- Visible pink film
Stop & see a doctor
- A rash that spreads, blisters or comes with fever isn't a calamine job — see a doctor
Before you take it
Cautions & interactions
- Skin only — never on eyes, mouth or broken, oozing skin
- If itch persists beyond a week of use, get the rash diagnosed
- Moisturise between applications if skin over-dries
On the shelf
Brands in India & where to buy
Prices are indicative MRPs for the listed pack sizes and change often — always verify on the pharmacy listing or pack. Links open marketplace searches; Naked Compound has no sponsorship or affiliate arrangement with any brand listed. Brand names are examples of what's commonly stocked, not endorsements.
When to skip self-medication
Fever beyond 3 days, blood anywhere it shouldn't be, chest pain or breathlessness, severe abdominal pain, a child under 6, pregnancy, or symptoms bouncing back within a week — any of these means see a doctor the same day instead of reaching for this pack.
Read this before you reach for anything
This page is an educational reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a prescription. Doses shown are typical adult label doses for short-term self-care. Children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, the elderly, and anyone with chronic conditions or on regular medication should check with a doctor or pharmacist first. If symptoms are severe, unusual, or match any red flag above, skip the self-medication and see a doctor. Read how we work in our methodology.