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Permethrin Key Facts
What dosages is Permethrin available in?
Permethrin is available as a 1% and 5% topical cream.
What is Permethrin used for?
Permethrin is a pyrethroid antiparasitic and is used to treat scabies (prescription version – 5% cream), and head lice (over-the-counter version – 1% shampoo rinse/lotion).
How does Permethrin work?
Permethrin is a topical antiparasitic known as a pyrethroid. It kills lice and scabies by causing damage to their nerves and muscles. This paralyzes them and causes them to die. Keep in mind that it doesn’t kill lice eggs (nits).
How do I take Permethrin?
Permethrin is typically dosed as follows. Massage enough cream into the skin to cover the body from the hairline on your head to the bottoms of your feet (typically about 30 grams for adults). Infants will also need treatment on their scalp and temple. Leave the cream on for 8 to 14 hours and then wash off in the shower.
Is it safe for me to take Permethrin?
Permethrin is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have a known hypersensitivity to any of its components, to any synthetic pyrethroid or pyrethrin.
Permethrin Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Permethrin include:
- Temporary burning and stinging after using
- Itching
Permethrin Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Permethrin. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reaction: hives, trouble breathing, swelling of your face, hands, skin, or scalp
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Permethrin
- There are no major drug interactions listed for Permethrin. However, you should always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking
Who makes Permethrin?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Permethrin safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Permethrin will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving Permethrin, talk to your healthcare provider.
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