Scabicore

Scabicore

permethrin

Manufacturer:

Genero
Full Prescribing Info
Contents
Permethrin.
Description
SCABICORE Cream: Each gram of cream contains: Permethrin 50mg.
SCABICORE Lotion: Each milliliter of lotion contains: Permethrin 50mg.
Action
Pharmacology: Permethrin is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic against mites, lice, body lice and other arthropods. Permethrin works by interfering the polarization of the nerve cell wall of parasites through a bond with Sodium. This delayed the repolarization of the cell wall and eventually paralyze parasites. Permethrin is rapidly metabolized in the skin. The inactive metabolites which are excreted primarily in the urine.
Indications/Uses
Treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (Scabies).
Dosage/Direction for Use
SCABICORE is used for a single application. Apply SCABICORE evenly on the entire surface of the skin from head to toes, especially the area behind the ear, crease buttocks and between the fingers. Duration of use for 8-12 hours. It is recommended to apply at night and then wash on the next day.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to Permethrin, synthetic pyrethroid or pyrethrin.
Special Precautions
Scabies is usually accompanied by pruritus, erythema and urtica. After the use of SCABICORE, there is a possibility that the symptoms are not immediately disappear.
Avoid contact with eyes.
The safety of SCABICORE in pregnant and breast-feeding women is unknown.
It is safe in pediatric patients two months of age and older, while the use in infants less than two months old is unknown.
If irritation persists, recommended to contact your doctor immediately.
Adverse Reactions
Burning sensation can occur such as mild burning, stinging, itching, erythema, hypesthesia and skin rashes. These side effects are temporary and will disappear over the time.
Storage
Store below 30°C.
MIMS Class
Topical Antifungals & Antiparasites
ATC Classification
P03AC04 - permethrin ; Belongs to the class of pyrethrines, including synthetic compounds used as ectoparasiticides.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Scabicore cream 50 mg/g
Packing/Price
(tube) 30 g x 1's
Form
Scabicore lotion 50 mg/mL
Packing/Price
30 mL x 1's
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