My 90 year old aunt complains of being very itchy all over and she scratches herself raw. Weve used Vaseline Intensive Care, but its not very effective. Weve moved on to Aveeno for itch relief, and its better, but not great. I was thinking about Calamine Lotion but dont know if it can be used daily? She doesnt have allergies to the ingredients. And I also wondered whether the Calamine can be mixed with another lotion for daily use. Thank you.
Hi, welcome to Chat Doctor forum.  The causes for itching in the old age may be scabies, eczema, psoriasis, or lichen plans or urticaria.  I advise you to consult a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment.  I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms levocitrizine, montelukast, grisofulvin, and penicillin V, and permethrin soap, and ointment for local use.  Furthermore, I also advise you to avoid the things which are allergic to her, they may be fish, prawns, clothes, wool etc. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.