Discussions tagged “Calamine”

I've been using Calamine Lotion for a few days now to relieve the itching from some poison ivy. It seems to be working, but I can't shake off the lurking fear of potential side effects, especially the severe ones mentioned in the packaging. I’m curious to know if anyone else has had any weird reactions or if it’s generally safe for long-term use. The instructions mention that it works by drying out the affected area, but does that mean it can be harmful to return to the skin many times a day?