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Permethrin 5% Cream

 
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Permethrin 5% cream is used for treating topical scabies, an itchy skin condition brought about by tiny burrowing mites. Just a single application of the cream is enough to completely get rid of mites that lead to a scabies infection.

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Description

What is Permethrin 5% Cream?

Permethrin 5% cream is a medication Permethrin 5% Cream is approved by the FDA for the treatment of scabies. This medication can also be used to treat infestation with other parasitic insects, such as crabs, and. It belongs to a class of medications known as pyrethroids, which are synthetic versions of the naturally occurring insecticide pyrethrum and is available over-the-counter or by prescription.

How Does Permethrin 5% Cream Work?

Permethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that belongs to the family of chemicals called cyclodienes. Pyrethroids are similar to the natural insecticide pyrethrum, which is derived from the chrysanthemum flower. Permethrin works by affecting the nerve cells of insects. Permethrin works by inhibiting the parasites from accessing important sodium channels on their cell membranes, thus stopping the growth and reproduction of the parasites, and eventually leading to the death of the parasite.

What Does Permethrin 5% Cream Treat?

  • Scabies
  • Intense itching
  • Rash, and small bumps or blisters on the skin.
  • Pediculosis
  • Itching of the scalp

Warnings

  • Permethrin 5% cream is not for oral use.
  • Do not use permethrin cream when pregnant or breastfeeding without approval from your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor of any prescription medication you are taking.
  • Inform your doctor of any underlying medical or allergy conditions you have.
  • Do not share your medication with others or use it after expiry.
  • Permethrin 5% cream should not be used in combination with other scabicides unless directed by a healthcare provider.

Directions

  • Ensure to use this medication exactly as directed by your doctor.
  • Shake the bottle of cream well before using it.
  • Before applying Permethrin 5% Cream, wash the affected area with soap and water.
  • Apply the cream from the head to the soles of the feet, and massage it into the skin.
  • Pay special attention to areas where lice or scabies are commonly found, such as the scalp, the neck, behind the ears, and between the fingers and toes.
  • Leave the cream on for a while, then rinse it off with water.
  • You may also use a nit comb to remove lice eggs from the hair. Be sure to follow the instructions that come with your nit comb.
  • Store Permethrin 5% Cream at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Ingredients

  • The active ingredient in permethrin 5% cream is permethrin
  • The inactive ingredients include Propylene glycol, Stearyl alcohol, Cetyl alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Isopropyl myristate, and Water.

Side Effects

  • Skin irritation, redness, or swelling
  • Itching or burning sensations
  • Scalp irritation
  • Hair loss
  • Dry skin
  • Contact dermatitis