Scabex 5%

Treatment of scabies. Also used for crab (pubic) lice.

Permethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid. It acts on the nerve cell membrane of the parasite, disrupting sodium channel function and causing paralysis and death of mites, lice and their eggs. Very little is absorbed through the skin.

Scabies: apply the 5% cream over the whole body from the neck down to the toes, including between the fingers and toes, under the nails, wrists, armpits and genital area; wash off after 8-12 hours. Repeat after 7 days. In infants over 2 months, young children and the elderly also apply to the scalp, face, neck and ears, avoiding the eyes and mouth. Treat all household members and close contacts at the same time.

Mild, temporary burning, stinging, itching, redness or rash at the application site. Itching may continue for some weeks after successful treatment.

For external use only; avoid contact with the eyes, mouth and broken skin. Reapply to the hands if they are washed within 8 hours. Wash clothes, bedding and towels in hot water. In children under 2 years, in pregnancy and during breast-feeding use on the physician's advice.

Hypersensitivity to permethrin, other pyrethroids or pyrethrins; infants under 2 months.

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Do not freeze. Keep out of the reach of children.