Caladryl Anti-Itch Lotion is used to temporarily relieve itching and pain caused by minor skin irritation such as minor burns/cuts/scrapes, sunburn, eczema, insect bites, cold sores, or rashes from poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac.

Caladryl Anti-Itch Lotion contains Pramoxine, which belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics. It works by numbing the skin to block the feelings of pain and itching.

You should not use Caladryl Anti-Itch Lotion for skin irritation in children younger than 2 years unless directed by the doctor.