AOscabs 5% w/v

Indication

For the treatment of scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei infestation).

Ingredients

• Permethrin

Direction

Apply lotion thoroughly to all body parts from the head to the soles of the feet and leave the medication on for 8 to 14 hours, then wash off completely. Usually a 30 ml bottle is sufficient for an adult. One application is generally curative.

Side effects

• May cause mild itching
• burning
• stinging
• tingling
• or skin irritation at the application site.
• Stop use and consult a doctor or pharmacist if any unexpected reaction occurs.

Precautions

• Avoid contact with the eyes
• mouth
• and mucous membranes.
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use if pregnant
• breastfeeding
• or in young children.
• Stop use and seek medical advice if irritation
• allergy
• or worsening symptoms occur.