Scabrid Lotion Permethrin 5% 120ml — Scabies Treatment
Scabrid Lotion Permethrin 5% 120ml is a prescription-strength scabicide by Tabros Pharma for the treatment of scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei infestation). The economy 120ml size is ideal for treating all household members and close contacts simultaneously — a critical step in eradicating scabies effectively. Key facts: • Active ingredient: Permethrin 5% w/w • Kills Sarcoptes scabiei mites on contact by disrupting nerve cell sodium channels • One application is often curative; repeat after 1 week if needed • Safe for adults, children (5–12 years), and infants from 2 months under medical supervision • For external use only — apply on medical advice Prescription required. Keep out of reach of children.
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Scabrid Lotion Permethrin 5% 120ml — Scabies Treatment
Description
Scabrid: Effective Topical Treatment for Scabies
Scabrid Lotion Composition:
Permethrin 5% WN in each milliliter of lotion. Permethrin 5% WW in each gram of Scabrid Lotion cream.
Product Description:
Scabrid Lotion 5% is designed to combat Sarcoptes scabiei infestations, commonly known as scabies, as a topical scabicidal agent.
Clinical Pharmacology:
Permethrin, a pyrethroid, effectively disrupts nerve cell membranes' sodium channel currents in various pests, leading to paralysis, including Sarcoptes scabiei, the cause of scabies.
Indications and Usage:
Scabrid (Permethrin) Lotion/Cream is indicated for treating Sarcoptes scabiei infestations, known as scabies.
Contraindications:
Scabrid should not be used by individuals allergic to its components, synthetic pyrethroids, or pyrethrins.
Precautions:
Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and mucous membranes. Eczematous eruptions due to product-related irritation may occur, accompanied by pruritus, erythema, stinging, or rarely, rashes.
Pregnancy & Nursing Mothers:
Limited data exists on permethrin's use during pregnancy or its excretion in breast milk. Pregnant or nursing women should seek medical advice before use.
Directions for Use:
Apply Scabrid Lotion/Cream thinly to dry skin, excluding the head for adults and the face, neck, scalp, and ears for children and the elderly. Leave on for 8-12 hours, then wash off. One application is usually curative.
Dosage:
For adults: 30ml; children aged 5-12 years: 15ml; aged 1-5 years: 8ml; infants aged 2 months to 1 year: 4ml. Adjust under medical advice.
Storage and Instructions:
For external use only. Store below 30 °C, protect from light, do not freeze. Use on medical advice. Keep away from children.
Presentation:
Scabrid comes in 60ml & 120ml plastic bottles, offering an effective solution for scabies infestations.
Usage & Benefits
- Economy 120ml size — enough to treat all household members and close contacts in a single purchase, minimising re-infestation risk
- Permethrin 5% is the gold-standard scabicide recommended in clinical guidelines worldwide
- Pyrethroid action disrupts mite nerve channels rapidly, delivering fast and thorough kill
- Single application usually curative — reduces treatment burden and cost
- Broad antiparasitic activity also covers lice, ticks, and fleas when used as directed
- Safe age range: suitable from 2 months of age under dermatologist guidance
- Easy wash-off formulation — apply at night, rinse in the morning after 8–12 hours
- Manufactured by Tabros Pharma to pharmaceutical-grade standards
How To Use
- 1. Shower or bathe before application and dry skin completely. 2. Apply Scabrid Lotion thinly to all skin from the neck down — include between fingers, toes, under nails, and skin folds. 3. For children and the elderly: also apply to the face, neck, scalp, and ears, avoiding eyes and mouth. 4. Leave on for 8–12 hours (overnight application is recommended). 5. Wash off thoroughly with soap and water. 6. Repeat the application after 1 week if required. 7. Wash all clothing, bedding, and towels in hot water on the same day of treatment. 8. Treat all household members and close contacts simultaneously to prevent re-infestation. Dosage guide:
- Adults: approx. 30 ml
- Children 5–12 years: approx. 15 ml
- Children 1–5 years: approx. 8 ml
- Infants 2 months – 1 year: approx. 4 ml Use on medical advice only. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and mucous membranes.
FAQs
Why choose the 120ml size over the 60ml bottle?
The 120ml economy size contains enough lotion to treat all household members and close contacts in a single application round — essential for breaking the cycle of re-infestation. It is the preferred choice for families or when multiple people need treatment at the same time.
How long do I leave Scabrid Lotion on before washing it off?
Apply the lotion at night and leave it on for 8–12 hours. Wash off thoroughly in the morning. This contact time is necessary for effective mite kill.
Do I need a prescription for Scabrid Lotion?
Yes — Scabrid (Permethrin 5%) is a prescription-only scabicide. Consult your dermatologist before use.
Is Scabrid Lotion safe for babies?
Under medical supervision, Scabrid may be used in infants from 2 months of age. For infants, apply to the face, scalp, and neck as well, keeping the product away from eyes and mouth. Always follow your doctor's dosage guidance.
Why must I treat all household members at the same time?
Scabies is highly contagious and spreads through close skin contact. If household members are not treated simultaneously, re-infestation will occur even after successful personal treatment.
Can I use Scabrid Lotion if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Limited data exists on permethrin use during pregnancy and lactation. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should seek medical advice before use.
What should I do with bedding and clothing on treatment day?
Wash all clothing, bedding, and towels used in the 48 hours before treatment in hot water (at least 60°C) and dry on a high heat setting to kill any surviving mites.
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