Scabris Lotion is a combination medicine that is used to treat scabies. It kills the tiny insects (mites) and their eggs. It also kills head lices.

Scabris Lotion should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Apply only to the affected areas. Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine.

The common side effects of this medicine include skin burn or stinging sensation. If these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. This medicine is safe to use in pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.

Uses of Scabris Lotion

Scabies

Benefits of Scabris Lotion

In Scabies

Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin. Scabris Lotion kills the mites and their eggs present on the skin. This gives relief from itching, swelling and redness. Scabris Lotion also helps kill head lices and their eggs, therbey giving you relief from itching and irritation caused by lice. It is normally effective in one or two applications however complete the course of treatment for better results.

Side effects of Scabris Lotion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Scabris

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Dry skin

How to use Scabris Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Scabris Lotion works

Scabris Lotion is a combination of two medicines: Cetrimide and Permethrin. It works kills microrganisms that cause scabies. It is also potent in paralyzing and killing the lice and their eggs.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Scabris Lotion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Scabris Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Scabris Lotion?

If you miss a dose of Scabris Lotion, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Scabris Lotion

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₹90/lotion

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Quick tips

Scabris Lotion is prescribed for the treatment of scabies (a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin).
Apply a thin layer of this medicine all over the body and leave it for 8-14 hours before taking a bath or shower.
Avoid getting it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
You will still be itchy for a while after successful treatment. If the itching becomes troublesome to you, consult your doctor to ease this. Moisturizing creams can provide temporary relief from itching.
Clothes, towels, and bed linen should be machine-washed with hot water after the first application of treatment. This helps kills the scabies mites.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Patient concerns

He is 6 months old and has small blisters (pic is attached) all over his body. His mother has the same problem and he got this from his mother.

Dr. Dharamvir Singh

Dermatology

He might be scabies plz go to ur doctor n get scabies treatment

What is the best treatment to prevent scabies?

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Avoid contact scabies pt

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References

Cetrimide. Nottingham, UK: BCM Ltd.; 2014. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirecct. Permethrin. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Cetrimide. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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