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Alternate Names: Caladryl, Dermagesic, Calananz
CAS No: 8011-96-9
Mol Formula: Fe2O4Zn
Mol Weight: 241.1 g/mol
IUPAC Name: zinc iron(3+) oxygen(2-)
API Description: Calamine is a topical medication composed primarily of zinc oxide with a small proportion of iron oxide, which gives it a characteristic pink color. It is widely used to relieve itching, minor skin irritations, sunburn, insect bites, and rashes. Calamine works by soothing the skin, drying oozing irritations, and providing a cooling effect upon evaporation. It is commonly found in lotions and creams for dermatological use.