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Definition of Calamine
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Calamine: An astringent made from zinc carbonate or zinc oxide, customarily used in lotion form to treat skin problems or insect bites that cause itching or discomfort.
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