Permethrin 5% w/w Dermal Cream
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Permethrin Dermal Cream is a topical treatment that removes crab lice, eggs and scabies mites from the skin. With its soothing features, most people only need one application for itch relief and exterminating lice and eggs. Suitable for children aged two and over for scabies mites and adults over 18 with crab lice.
- Kills scabies and crab lice
- Improved symptoms in two hours
- Suitable for full-body coverage
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Permethrin 5% w/w Dermal Cream
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Permethrin is an effective insecticide that paralyses and kills insects. When used on human skin, it can treat scabies and crab lice within a few hours, giving you immediate relief. Toddlers and children can use it on the skin to kill scabies, while it's also beneficial for adults over 18 with crab lice.
In most cases, you'll only need one treatment of Permethrin Cream, which you can apply over the whole body. For entire body applications, you might need two tubes of cream but never exceed this amount in 24 hours.
While Permethrin Cream (5%) is generally safe, it can cause the following side effects, including:
- Skin irritation and mild burning sensations (if they persist, remove the cream immediately).
- Headaches.
- Dizziness.
- Nausea.
As the cream is flammable, keeping it away from open flames is essential. Don't have a hot bath or shower before applying it, as this can cause reactions.
If you notice an allergic reaction, including continued or increased irritation, stop using the cream and seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Leaflets
Once you successfully treat the problem, remember to dispose of any dead scabies mites and seal away contaminated items. The patient information leaflet contains detailed instructions, but our pharmacists are always on hand to answer your questions.
Please contact Pharmacy Online for more information.
