Method of Preparation: 1. Accurately weigh the powders. 2. Levigate the calamine and zinc oxide with glycerin in a mortar. 3. Add the gel and then the carboxymethyl cellulose sodium with continual triturations until an uniform paste is formed. 4. Add a portion of the calcium hydroxide solution. DO NOT POUR, OR DECANT. PIPET ONLY. 5. Transfer the suspension from the mortar to a calibrated plastic prescription bottle. 6. Continuously rinse the mortar with calcium hydroxide solution, adding each rinse to the prescription bottle until the required volume is reached.