Permethrin topical

Permethrin is an anti-parasite medication. Permethrin topical (for the skin) is used to treat head lice and scabies. Permethrin topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. Permethrin topical side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic...

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Permethrin Prescribing Information

Prescribing Information (FDA)

Permethrin Cream, 5% is a topical scabicidal agent for the treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies). It is available in an off-white, vanishing cream base. Permethrin Cream, 5% is for topical use only. Chemical Name – The permethrin used is an approximate 1:3 mixture of the cis...

Frequently asked questions about Permethrin topical

Medical Questions Answered by Healthcare Professionals (Drugs.com)

Can you use Nix (permethrin) lice shampoo on your body as a lotion to kill scabies?

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Permethrin Topical Dosage Guide + Max Dose, Adjustments

Dosage Information (Advanced)

Permethrin Topical Dosage Applies to the following strengths: 5%; 1%; 0.5%; 0.25% Usual Adult Dose for: Scabies Lice Usual Pediatric Dose for: Scabies Lice Additional dosage information: Renal Dose Adjustments Liver Dose Adjustments Precautions Dialysis Other Comments Usual Adult Dose for Scabies...

Permethrin Questions & Answers

Drug Questions & Answers (Drugs.com)

Permethrin Questions Overview Questions Displaying 11 questions associated with Permethrin . Can you use Nix (permethrin) lice shampoo on your body as a lotion to kill scabies? FAQ Answered by Drugs.com Stromectol - I'm suffering of severe mite infestation. I tried ivermectin on day 1,2,8,9...

Permethrin Support Group

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Permethrin Support Group Overview Questions Summary Our support group for Permethrin has 11 questions and 35 members. Updated 8 Mar 2023. Featured questions Can you use Nix (permethrin) lice shampoo on your body as a lotion to kill scabies? FAQ Answered by Drugs.com Stromectol - I'm suffering...

Permethrin topical Side Effects: Common, Severe, Long Term

Side Effects (Drugs.com)

Permethrin Topical Side Effects Other side effects Serious side effects Professional info FAQ Applies to permethrin topical: topical cream, topical liquid, topical lotion . Common side effects of permethrin topical Some side effects of permethrin topical may occur that usually do not need medical...

Permethrin Advanced Patient Information Consumer Information (Micromedex)

Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)

Permethrin (Topical) Play pronunciation Uses Before taking Dosage Warnings Side effects Brand names FAQ Uses for permethrin Permethrin 1% lotion is used to treat head lice infections. It acts by destroying both the lice and their eggs. The 5% cream is used to treat scabies infections by destroying...

Permethrin - brand name list

Drug Ingredients (Drugs.com)

Permethrin (Ingredient) The information below refers to products available in the United States that contain permethrin . Products containing permethrin permethrin topical Brand names: Elimite , Nix , Nix Lice Control , Nix Complete Lice Treatment System , Nix Cream Rinse Drug class: topical anti...

Permethrin Monograph for Professionals

AHFS DI Monograph (ASHP)

Permethrin (Monograph) Play pronunciation Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Aug 22, 2024. Written by ASHP . Introduction Uses Dosage Warnings Stability Preparation FAQ Introduction Pediculicide and scabicide; synthetic pyrethrin derivative. Related / similar drugs ivermectin topical , sodium...

Permethrin Cream: Indications, Side Effects, Warnings Consumer Information

Consumer Information (Drugs.com)

Permethrin Cream Play pronunciation Uses Before taking Warnings Dosage Side effects Overdose FAQ Uses of Permethrin Cream: It is used to treat scabies . It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Permethrin Cream? If you have an...