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About Scabizine 1% Lotion
Scabizine 1% Lotion belongs to a class of medications called ‘antiparasitic drugs’ used to treat scabies and pediculosis. Scabies is a skin infection caused by mites. Pediculosis is the infestation of lice in the hairy parts of the body, especially the scalp. These conditions are contagious and spread from one person to another with direct contact. Symptoms include rashes and persistent itching in the infected area, which worsens in the night-time.
Scabizine 1% Lotion contains ‘Gamma benzene hexachloride’ (also called Lindane). It is an antiparasite and acts by killing mites and lice and their eggs by penetrating the skin. It is recommended to use only if you have scabies and pediculosis. Scabizine 1% Lotion doesn't help to prevent these conditions.
Scabizine 1% Lotion is only for external use. You should use Scabizine 1% Lotion exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Scabizine 1% Lotion may cause side effects such as dryness, rash, itching, or burning sensation in the treated area. Most of these side effects of Scabizine 1% Lotion do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or get worse, please consult your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to use Scabizine 1% Lotion if you are allergic to any of its contents. Scabizine 1% Lotion should not be used for people who have had any seizure episodes (fits). Inform your doctor if you have. Before taking Scabizine 1% Lotion, inform your doctor if you have AIDS/HIV or liver cirrhosis, alcoholism, history of head injury, spinal cord, or brain tumor. It is not recommended for premature babies, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and elderly people. It is not known whether the Scabizine 1% Lotion can interact with alcohol. So, please consult your doctor. Scabizine 1% Lotion may not affect your ability to drive.
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Scabizine 1% Lotion is an antiparasitic drug used to treat scabies (a skin infection) and pediculosis (lice infestation). Scabizine 1% Lotion kills scabies mites and their eggs by going through the skin. Scabizine 1% Lotion in shampoo form is used to treat head lice. Scabizine 1% Lotion is used to treat scabies and pediculosis in patients for whom other medicines did not work or cannot be given other safer medicines.
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Do not use Scabizine 1% Lotion in premature infants due to the increased risk of skin permeability. If you have uncontrolled fits, inform your doctor before using Scabizine 1% Lotion. It may be absorbed by the whole body and cause central nervous system toxicity resulting in disorientation, dizziness, and fits. You are advised to wash Scabizine 1% Lotion from the body completely after 8-12 hours using warm water as leaving it on the skin for a prolonged time may lead to fatal effects. There may be skin itching for a few weeks even after using Scabizine 1% Lotion. However, if the itching worsens, please consult a doctor. Do not use Scabizine 1% Lotion to treat the second attack of scabies that comes immediately after the first episode as using it more than one time can lead to fatal effects.
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Alcohol
Caution
The interaction of alcohol with Scabizine 1% Lotion is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Scabizine 1% Lotion.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Scabizine 1% Lotion is a Category C pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women due to the increased risk of adverse effects to the unborn baby or fetus.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Scabizine 1% Lotion is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the nursing baby.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Scabizine 1% Lotion usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Scabizine 1% Lotion in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
Caution
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Scabizine 1% Lotion in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
Caution
Scabizine 1% Lotion is not recommended for use in premature babies. Please consult a child specialist before using Scabizine 1% Lotion in children.
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Scabizine 1% Lotion is used to treat scabies (a skin infection caused by mites) and pediculosis (infestation of lice in the hairy parts of the body).
Scabizine 1% Lotion is an antiparasitic drug used to treat scabies (a skin infection) and pediculosis (lice infestation). Scabizine 1% Lotion kills scabies mites and their eggs by going through the skin. Scabizine 1% Lotion is used to treat scabies and pediculosis in patients for whom other medicines did not work or cannot be given other safer medicines.
No, Scabizine 1% Lotion is not recommended for patients with uncontrolled fits as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have a history of fits before using Scabizine 1% Lotion.
No, Scabizine 1% Lotion should not be applied immediately after bathing as warm or wet skin helps Scabizine 1% Lotion penetrate through the skin quickly and may increase the risk of fits. Therefore, you are advised to wait for a minimum of 1 hour after taking a shower or bath.
Scabizine 1% Lotion does not prevent scabies or reinfestation (recurring scabies). Scabizine 1% Lotion kills the mites and is only used in the treatment of scabies that has already started.
Scabies is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through physical contact. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close physical contact until the treatment for scabies is completed.
Scabies is a contagious skin condition caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite, which burrows into the skin to lay eggs. It leads to an itchy rash, especially at night. It spreads through close skin contact and can affect anyone. It should be treated quickly to prevent its spread.
Scabizine 1% Lotion is not recommended for use in premature babies. It should be used in children only if advised by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Scabizine 1% Lotion in children.
The side effects of Scabizine 1% Lotion include rash, dryness, itching, or burning sensation in the treated area. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
No, Scabizine 1% Lotion is not available over-the-counter as it is a prescription medication. It should be used only if prescribed by the doctor.
Yes, Scabizine 1% Lotion is used to treat scabies and to kill lice, eggs, and nits as it contains an anti-parasitic agent that works by penetrating into the skin and killing them.
Yes, Scabizine 1% Lotion is safe if used in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
Scabizine 1% Lotion can be left overnight (for 8-12 hours) unless you experience irritation. Rinse off the product next morning.
If you experience severe local irritation, such as intense redness, itching, dryness, or a stinging/burning sensation, discontinue the use of Scabizine 1% Lotion and consult the doctor.
Avoid contact of Scabizine 1% Lotion with the eyes. If accidental contact occurs, rinse it off thoroughly with plenty of water. Do not use it on large areas of broken skin, crusted (scabby), or open sores. When applying to someone else, wear gloves made of materials that are least permeable to the lotion, such as sheer vinyl, nitrile, or latex with neoprene. Do not use natural latex gloves as they are more permeable, and be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after application. Do not cover the treated area with tight or plastic clothing, plastic linings, blankets, or diapers, as they are unbreathable. After applying Scabizine 1% Lotion, avoid contact with other people's skin, especially babies or small children. Avoid scratching the skin as it may worsen the infection, and avoid direct skin-to-skin contact. If your sexual partner develops scabies, seek medical help. Do not use oils including moisturizers, skin lotions, oil-based conditioners, and hair products on the hair or skin before or after applying Scabizine 1% Lotion, as oils may increase its absorption and cause adverse effects.
Scabizine 1% Lotion should be applied as often as recommended by the doctor. The doctor will determine the frequency of using Scabizine 1% Lotion based on your condition being treated.
Scabizine 1% Lotion will start working as soon as you apply it. However, it may take a few weeks to show its complete effects.
Do not apply moisturizer, before or after using Scabizine 1% Lotion as it may increase its absorption and cause adverse effects. It is advised to wait for an hour after applying Scabizine 1% Lotion before applying moisturizer.
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