What each one is for, how to take it, side effects and warnings, side by side from the official labels.
| Colloidal Oatmeal | Rehydration Drops | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract | Non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract |
| Used for | Temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation and itching due to: rashes eczema poison ivy, oak or sumac insect bites | For the temporary relief of occasional headache, dry mouth, dry skin, or increased thirst.* |
| Usual adult dose | Not on the label | Adults and children 12 years and over: Take 10 drops up to 3 times per day for up to 6 weeks. |
| Children | Not on the label | Children under 12 years of age. |
| Prescription (U.S.) | No (over the counter) | No (over the counter) |
| Common side effects | condition worsens, symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days | Not on the label |
| Pregnancy | Not on the label | If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a healthcare professional before use. |
From the official U.S. labels. Brands and strengths differ between countries.
Neither official label mentions the other. That does not prove they are safe together: ask a pharmacist, and use the free interaction checker.
Check them togetherColloidal Oatmeal is non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract and Rehydration Drops is non-Standardized Food Allergenic Extract. Colloidal Oatmeal is used for: Temporarily protects and helps relieve minor skin irritation and itching due to: rashes eczema poison ivy, oak or sumac insect bites Rehydration Drops is used for: For the temporary relief of occasional headache, dry mouth, dry skin, or increased thirst.*
Neither official label mentions the other. That does not prove they are safe together: ask a pharmacist, and use the free interaction checker.
It depends on what you are treating, your health and other medicines. Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you which one suits you; this page shows what each official label says.