What do Sarna products treat?
Sarna products are used to treat skin irritation and itching caused by bugbites, burns, cuts, scrapes, and sunburn, as well as itching and minor rashes caused by poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and eczema.
Sarna products contain different active ingredients depending on the product you are using, which are listed below.
- Pramoxine, which is a topical anesthetic that can help relieve pain and itching by blocking nerve signals that cause you to feel pain
- Menthol, which is a topical analgesic that can help with pain and itching by stimulating the pain receptors in your body, producing a cooling effect
- Colloidal oatmeal, which is a skin protectant that forms a barrier to help lock in your skin’s moisture and protect your skin from irritants
There are Sarna products for adults and children as young as 6 months old.
Side effects and important warnings
Sarna products are generally well tolerated. Some people may experience burning, stinging, or tingling of the skin. Side effects can vary depending on the ingredients in the product you are using.
Stop using the medicine if you develop a rash or hives. Get medical help right away if you have signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing or swelling of the face, lips, or throat.
Talk to your health care provider before using Sarna products if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Stop using Sarna products if your condition worsens, lasts seven days or more, or clears up and comes back again within a few days. Stop using Sarna products if you have redness, irritation, swelling, or pain that does not get better or gets worse. Do not get Sarna into your eyes or nose.
If you are using a Sarna product with an ingredient called pramoxine, it is important to apply the product only to the affected areas of your body. Do not apply it over large areas of your body.
There may be side effects, additional warnings, and interactions with other medicines that are not listed here. These may vary depending on the combination of ingredients in the specific Sarna product you are using. Always check the label before taking any over-the-counter medicine. Do not use more than the recommended dose. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your health conditions and other medicines to help determine which products are safe for you.
Choosing the right Sarna product for your symptoms
Sarna products come in different lotions designed for different types of skin problems.
| Main Symptom Goal | Recommended Products (Active Ingredients) |
|---|---|
| Itching from minor burns, bugbites, sunburn, or rashes from poison ivy, oak, or sumac | Sarna Sensitive Anti-Itch Lotion (Pramoxine) Sarna Calm & Cool Anti-Itch Lotion (Pramoxine and Menthol) |
| Skin irritation and itching due to eczema and rashes | Sarna Eczema Relief Lotion (Colloidal Oatmeal) |