calamine
noun
cal·a·mine
ˈka-lə-ˌmīn 
-mən
-mən
: a mixture of zinc oxide with a small amount of ferric oxide used in lotions, liniments, and ointments
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Over-the-counter creams, like hydrocortisone or calamine, are effective for itchy rashes, while antifungal creams work for yeast infections and jock itch.
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Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 27 Sep. 2024
Apply menthol or calamine (for a cooling sensation).
—Michelle Pugle, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
In addition, some topical creams or ointments can be applied directly to the affected areas.8 Self-care measures: Itchy and painful skin and benefit from cool or damp compresses, calming lotions like calamine, or oatmeal baths.
—Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 25 May 2023
Use a moisturizer with aloe vera, soy, or calamine.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 6 May 2022
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Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 27 Sep. 2024
Apply menthol or calamine (for a cooling sensation).
—Michelle Pugle, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
In addition, some topical creams or ointments can be applied directly to the affected areas.8 Self-care measures: Itchy and painful skin and benefit from cool or damp compresses, calming lotions like calamine, or oatmeal baths.
—Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 25 May 2023
Use a moisturizer with aloe vera, soy, or calamine.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 6 May 2022
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calamine
noun
cal·a·mine
ˈkal-ə-ˌmīn
-mən
: a mixture of zinc oxide and a small amount of ferric oxide used in lotions, liniments, and ointments
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calamine
noun
cal·a·mine
ˈkal-ə-ˌmīn, -mən
: a mixture of zinc oxide or zinc carbonate with a small amount of ferric oxide that is used in lotions, liniments, and ointments
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