Crotamiton topical

Generic name: Crotamiton Topical
Dosage form: topical lotion (10%)
Drug class: Topical anti-infectives

Usage of Crotamiton topical

Crotamiton is an anti-parasite medicine that kills certain parasites that live or lay eggs in your skin.

Crotamiton topical (for the skin) is used to treat scabies and to reduce itching associated with certain skin conditions.

Crotamiton topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Crotamiton topical side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

crotamiton topical may cause serious side effects. Stop using crotamiton topical and call your doctor at once if you have:

severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using this medicine.

Common side effects of crotamiton topical may include:

mild itching or new rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Crotamiton topical

You should not use crotamiton topical if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a topical medication.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether crotamiton topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Crotamiton topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

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How to use Crotamiton topical

Usual Adult Dose for Scabies:

Thoroughly massage drug product into the skin of the whole body from the chin to the toes; repeat 24 hours later.Comments: -Advise patients to take a cleansing bath 48 hours after the last application.-A 60 g tube or bottle is sufficient for 2 applications.Use: For eradication of scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei)

Usual Adult Dose for Pruritus:

Massage drug product gently into affected areas until medication is completely absorbed; repeat as needed.Use: For symptomatic treatment of pruritic skin

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Crotamiton topical

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied crotamiton. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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