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Calamine lotion PO014

CGR-ES-065 · FN/2003/PO/014 CALAMINA, LOCIÓN DE

For local reviewCGR-ES-065Spain · AEMPS

WORKSHEET FOR LOCAL APPROVAL — source authority does not replace batch approval.

Dosage formCutaneous suspension
Reference batch100 mL
Monograph version4.0
Source packagev4

Source formula

IngredientSource quantity
Calamine8 g
Zinc oxide8 g
Glycerol2 mL
Bentonite magma EX02325 mL
Purified waterq.s. ad 100 mL

Quantities refer to the source batch. This website does not automatically scale formulas, assign doses or calculate BUD.

Description

Documented in source

Whitish fine glossy suspension with characteristic odour.

References: [1]

Use and action

Documented in source

Relief of itching/skin irritation.

References: [1]

Specifications

Documented in source

Whitish fine glossy suspension with characteristic odour.

References: [1]

Light

Partial evidence

For the finished product the source specifies:
Airtight plastic bottle, protect from light, <30°C.

References: [1]

Air

Not established

No specific information is established by the consulted sources. Complete this before local approval where critical to this preparation.

References: [1]

Water and solubility

Partial evidence

Glycerol is miscible with water. This does not establish product microbiological stability.
Calamine is practically insoluble in water/ethanol.
ZnO: practically insoluble in water and ethanol.

References: [2] · [3] · [4]

Humidity

Partial evidence

Glycerol is hygroscopic; limit raw-material exposure to moisture.

References: [2]

Temperature

Partial evidence

For the finished product the source specifies:
Airtight plastic bottle, protect from light, <30°C.

References: [1]

pH and related incompatibilities

Partial evidence

Calamine reacts with acids, releasing gas.
ZnO dissolves in dilute mineral acids and forms soaps with fatty acids.

References: [3] · [4]

Other incompatibilities

Partial evidence

Glycerol: hazardous reaction with strong oxidising agents.

References: [2]

Ingredient-specific information

Partial evidence

Glycerol: Glycerol is hygroscopic; limit raw-material exposure to moisture.
Calamine: Calamine is practically insoluble in water/ethanol.
Zinc oxide: ZnO: practically insoluble in water and ethanol.
These are selected facts for identified ingredients; relevant sensitivities and incompatibilities are detailed in the corresponding fields. This is not a complete SDS for every material.

References: [2] · [3] · [4]

Personal protective equipment

Partial evidence

Complete formula-specific PPE is not specified. Select gloves, eye protection and exposure controls using the exact materials’ SDS and the local risk assessment.
Supplementary AEMPS framework: clean long-sleeved laboratory clothing, hair covering and dedicated footwear/overshoes. Powder handling requires suitable eye/respiratory protection; change gloves with activity or damage. Select the exact type/material using SDS and risk assessment.

References: [1] · [6]

Risks and precautions

Partial evidence

A complete formula-specific hazard classification is not established. Assess potency, dust/aerosol, allergens, solvents, microbial risk and cross-contamination using the actual materials and process. Absence of a flag does not establish absence of hazard.

References: [1]

Compounding conditions

Documented in source

The corresponding AEMPS SOP specifies room temperature 25 ± 5°C and relative humidity ≤60%, unless the particular formula requires otherwise. This is the work environment, not processing or storage temperature.
Follow the addition sequence, temperatures and times stated under Preparation Procedure. The specific monograph is not a complete qualification of the local facility/equipment.

References: [1] · [7]

BUD rationale

Documented in source

2 weeks according to the source.
The source period applies to its exact composition, method and packaging. It is not this batch’s expiry date and cannot be transferred to another vehicle/strength. Calculate the actual date in the blank batch record.

References: [1]

Bases and dependencies

Documented in source

AEMPS EX023 Bentonite magma → CGR-ES-057

References: [1] · [5]

Equipment

Editorial checklist

Indicative checklist derived from the method: Balance of suitable resolution, Containers and mixing tools compatible with the materials. Selection/qualification is defined locally.

References: [1]

Preparation procedure

Documented in source

Prepare EX023. Dilute 25 mL magma with 25 mL water. Mix calamine, ZnO, glycerol and about 25 g of this diluted magma to a homogeneous paste. Incorporate into the remaining diluted magma and add remaining water to final volume.

References: [1] · [7]

Observations

Documented in source

The 25 g is an aliquot of already diluted magma, not a replacement for the 25 mL original EX023. The main text cites the solution SOP, while environment/form refer to suspensions.

References: [1]

Packaging

Documented in source

Airtight plastic bottle, protect from light, <30°C.

References: [1]

Quality control

Partial evidence

Whitish fine glossy suspension with characteristic odour.
Additional tests from the referenced SOP:
Appearance and mass/volume. For batches: sedimentation rate, viscosity RFE 2.2.8, relative density 2.2.5, pH and microbiological testing RFE 5.1.4.
pH under PN/CP/001: normally test the untreated sample unless otherwise specified. Accurate measurement follows potentiometric RFE 2.2.3; strips are limited to checks not requiring high accuracy.

References: [1] · [7] · [8]

Storage

Documented in source

Airtight plastic bottle, protect from light, <30°C.

References: [1]

Dispensing and directions

Documented in source

Shake. Not under 2 years, on eyes/mucosa/open wounds or infected dermatoses. Do not use beyond 7 days without medical advice.

References: [1]

Labelling

editorial_specimen

Calamine lotion PO014
Strength/variant: __________ Quantity: __________
Batch: __________ Prepared: __________ Use by: __________
Εξωτερική χρήση / External use
Dose/directions: __________
Storage: Airtight plastic bottle, protect from light, <30°C.
Shake before use.
Shake. Not under 2 years, on eyes/mucosa/open wounds or infected dermatoses. Do not use beyond 7 days without medical advice.

References: [1]

Sources and traceability

  1. FN/2003/PO/014 CALAMINA, LOCIÓN DE

    FN/2003 • ηλεκτρονικό κείμενο με NIPO 2020/2022 / electronic text with NIPO 2020/2022 · PDF pp. 2–4 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  2. FN/2003/PA/013 GLICEROL

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–2 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  3. FN/2003/PA/008 CALAMINA

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–2 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  4. FN/2003/PA/028 ÓXIDO DE ZINC

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–2 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  5. AEMPS EX023 Bentonite magma

    See exact source · Complete base monograph · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  6. PN/L/PG/002/00 INDUMENTARIA

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–5 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  7. PN/L/FF/008/00 ELABORACIÓN DE SUSPENSIONES

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–6 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

  8. PN/L/CP/001/00 DETERMINACIÓN DE PH

    Διαθέσιμο κείμενο / Retrieved text · PDF pp. 1–5 · A1

    Review date reported in supplied metadata: 2026-09-10

Provenance and reuse

This record comes from the supplied v4 collection. Primary-source rights and licences remain separate. No new comprehensive licence review has been performed for the earlier 239 records.

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