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Calendula Officinalis

Calendula Officinalis is a brand of Calendula Officinalis.

For the temporary relief of symptoms associated with minor cuts and burns Directions Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three ti.

Checked against the official label · Updated

Sold without prescription in some countries Topical

Calendula Officinalis: quick answers

Used for
For the temporary relief of symptoms associated with minor cuts and burns Directions Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.
Usual adult dose
Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.
Children
Children: Use under the direction of your healthcare practitioner.
Prescription
Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.

From the official label (Apr 2022). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.

How to use Calendula Officinalis

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

For the temporary relief of symptoms associated with minor cuts and burns Directions Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Children: Use under the direction of your healthcare practitioner. Uses For the temporary relief of symptoms associated with minor sprains and bruises. Directions Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Children: Use under the direction of your healthcare practitioner.

How to take it and how often
  • Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner
  • Children: Use under the direction of your healthcare practitioner
  • Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner
  • Children: Use under the direction of your healthcare practitioner
Warnings

For external use only. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Warnings For external use only. Do not use on irritated skin if excessive irritation develops When using this product, avoid getting into eyes or mucous membranes. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

If you take too much

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2022-04-12.

Same medicine, other brands

Products with Calendula Officinalis as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Check your pack of Calendula Officinalis

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Questions about Calendula Officinalis

What is in Calendula Officinalis?

Calendula Officinalis contains Calendula Officinalis. Other brands with the same active ingredient work the same way; the dose and strength on your pack are what matter.

What is Calendula Officinalis used for?

For the temporary relief of symptoms associated with minor cuts and burns Directions Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Children: Use under the direction of your healthcare practitioner. Uses For the temporary relief of symptoms associated with minor sprains and bruises. Directions Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Calendula Officinalis?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Children: Use under the direction of your healthcare practitioner. Directions Adults: Apply a small amount on the affected area two to three times daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Children: Use under the direction of your health…

Can I take Calendula Officinalis while breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.

Do I need a prescription for Calendula Officinalis?

In many countries Calendula Officinalis is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Calendula Officinalis?

Calendula Officinalis is sold under names such as Calendula Cream, Arnica Cream. Brand names differ between countries.

Can children take Calendula Officinalis?

The label gives a separate dose by age: Children: Use under. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

What happens if I take too much Calendula Officinalis?

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Get medical help right away.

How can I check that my Calendula Officinalis is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.