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What Is Calamine Is Made Up Of?
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Allergen of the Month: Nickel
Nickel is a common cause of allergic contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis has a different allergic mechanism from that which causes... Read more »
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Zinc oxide overdose
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Zinc oxide is an ingredient in many products, including certain creams and ointments used to prevent or treat minor skin burns and irritation. Zinc... Read more »
Scabies
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sarcoptes scabieiTreatmentPrescription medicated creams are commonly used to treat scabies infections. The most commonly used cream is permethrin 5%.... Read more »
Tazorac Top Drug Interactions
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: TAZAROTENE - TOPICAL Pronounced: (tah-ZAIR-oh-teen) Interactions Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug... Read more »
Poison ivy: oak: sumac rash
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
First AidWash the skin thoroughly with soap and warm water. Because the plant oil enters skin quickly, try to wash it off within 30 minutes.Scrub... Read more »
First aid kit
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
InformationYou should make sure that you and your family are prepared to treat common symptoms, injuries, and emergencies. By planning ahead, you can... Read more »
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