Caladryl(Piramal) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Lotion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Motion Sickness, Allergic Rhinitis. The alternative uses of Caladryl(Piramal) have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Caladryl(Piramal). Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Caladryl(Piramal) include Unsteadiness. While these are the most often observed Caladryl(Piramal) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Caladryl(Piramal) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Caladryl(Piramal)'s effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Caladryl(Piramal) related warnings talks about Caladryl(Piramal)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Caladryl(Piramal) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Depression as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Caladryl(Piramal) contraindications section.

Besides this, Caladryl(Piramal) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Caladryl(Piramal) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.