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|Articles|July 14, 2022
Daily OTC Pearl: Calmoseptine
Author(s)Saro Arakelians, PharmD
Calmoseptine is used to treat irritation caused by skin rashes.
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OTC/Lifestyle Pearl of the Day: Calmoseptine
Indication: Calmoseptine is used to treat irritation caused by skin rashes.
Insight:
- Ingredients: Menthol and zinc oxide.
- Moisture barrier that helps with the skin irritation.
- Clean the area before use and apply 2 to 4 times daily.
- Inactive ingredients: Calamine; chlorothymol; glycerin; lanolin; phenol; sodium bicarbonate; thymol.
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