Mecabis5%
Type:30gm tube
Generic Name:Permethrin 5% Topical
Manufacturer:Asiatic Laboratories Ltd.
Price:৳40.00
Indication
Scabies, Pediculosis pubis
Adult Dose
Topical Scabies Adult: (30 gm tube) : A full tube. Apply to skin surfaces from neck to toes. Wash off after 8-14 hr. May reapply in 7 days Pediculosis capitis, Pediculosis pubis Apply to washed hair and leave on for 10 mins before rinsing with water. May reapply in 7 days
Child Dose
Topical Scabies Children over 12 years(30 gm tube) : A full tube. Children aged 6-12 years : Up to 1/2 of a tube. Children aged 1-5 years : Up to 1/4 of a tube. Children aged 2 months to 1 year: Up to 1/8 of a tube. Apply to skin surfaces from neck to toes. Wash off after 8-14 hr. May reapply in 7 days Pediculosis capitis, Pediculosis pubis Apply to washed hair and leave on for 10 mins before rinsing with water. May reapply in 7 days
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Permethrin is a pyrethroid pediculocide and scabicide. It causes paralysis and death of the pest by inhibiting sodium ion influx through nerve cell membrane channels delaying repolarisation.
Precaution
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Cross-sensitivity may occur with ragweed or chrysanthemums. History of asthma. Pregnancy and lactation. Lactation: Not known if distributed in breast milk; may temporarily withhold the drug while the mother is nursing
Side Effect
1-10% Mild and transient burning and stinging (10%) Pruritus (7%)
Interaction
Mild and transient burning, stinging, pruritus, erythema, tingling, numbness, rash; difficulty in breathing; phototoxic or photosensitisation reactions.
