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How does it work?

Permethrin is a synthetic chemical that has a broad spectrum of insecticidal activity. It is taken up by insects through their mouth, airways or their surface coverings. Permethrin works by binding to a particular site (sodium channels) on nerve endings. This leads to a complex series of reactions in various organs, leading to paralysis of the nervous system, inhibition of metabolism and ultimately death of the insect. This preparation is used to treat skin infections with mites (scabies) or crab lice.

What is it used for?

- Crab lice
- Scabies

Warning!

- This preparation is for external use only.
- Avoid contact with eyes or mouth.
- It is advised that rubber gloves be worn by people giving repeated applications or treating large numbers of individuals e.g. clinic nurses.
- Apply to cool, dry skin. If applying after a warm bath, wait for skin to cool first.
- The whole body should be washed 8-12 hours after application for scabies and 24 hours after application for crab lice.
- This medicine should be reapplied to the hands if they are washed with soap and water before the treatment period is complete.

Not to be used in

- Allergy to this medicine or similar medicines

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

- This medicine should be used with caution during pregnancy, and only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the foetus. Seek medical advice from your doctor.
- The safety of this medicine during breastfeeding has not been established. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Label warnings

- Follow the printed instructions you have been given with this medication.

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