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Permethrin Cream 30g
£12.99
- Treatment For Scabies
- Easy Application
- Active Ingredient:Permethrin
- Buy With Confidence From Uk Registered Pharmacy
Permethrin Cream is used to treat infestations of scabies and crab lice on the body. It contains the ingredient permethrin which belongs to a group of medicines called pyrethroids which kill mites such as scabies and crab lice.
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What is Permethrin Cream?
Permethrin cream is used to treat infestations of crab lice and scabies on the body. It is designed to be used on the skin and shouldn’t be used internally or on broken skin.How does Permethrin work ?
Permethrin cream contains the active ingredient permethrin which kills mites and lice. When the scabies mites or genital lice are dead, the other symptoms such as itching and rash will also clear up.How to use Permethrin Cream ?
Always use Permethrin as directed by your doctor or pharmacist and read the patient information leaflet fully before applying this cream. Children aged 23 months and below should only be treated with Permethrin on the advice of a doctor.This treatment is applied to the whole body from the neck down, including the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet. For children and the elderly, the cream should also be applied to the face (carefully avoiding the eye area), ears and scalp. Make sure the cream is on the skin for at least 8 hours, then take a shower to wash it off. Ideally, apply the cream before going to bed and then take a shower first thing in the morning. The amount of permethrin cream shown below is a guide, so it’s fine to use more if you require it in order to cover your whole body. To treat scabies:- For adults and children over the age of 12, apply up to 30g of cream (one whole 30g tube)
- For children aged 6-12 years, apply up to 15g of cream (half of a 30g tube)
- For children aged 2 months-5 years, apply up to 7.5 g of cream (one quarter of a 30g tube)
How effective is Permethrin Cream?
Lyclear is a clinically proven scabies cream and pubic lice treatment. One application of the cream is usually enough. To prevent reinfection, ensure your sexual partner is also treated.see more on our other treatments and scabies. -
Side Effects
Like all medicines, Permethrin can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them. The most common side effects are:
- Itching
- Reddening of the skin
- Unusual sensations of the skin such as tingling, prickling and burning
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Further Information
For the patient information leaflet.
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FAQ
1. What is permethrin cream used for?
Permethrin cream is a topical medication primarily used to treat scabies and lice infestations. The main uses are:
- Scabies: Permethrin cream is highly effective in treating scabies, a condition caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin, leading to intense itching and rash. The cream kills these mites and their eggs. Typically, you apply it all over the body from the neck down and leave it on for 8 to 14 hours before washing it off. A second application may be required a week later to ensure all mites and eggs are eradicated.
- Lice: It is also used to treat lice infestations, including head lice and pubic lice (crab lice). For head lice, you apply the cream to damp, shampooed hair, leave it on for 10 minutes, and then rinse thoroughly. For pubic lice, you apply the cream to all pubic hair and surrounding areas, leave it on for 10 minutes, and then wash it off.
Permethrin works as an insecticide by affecting the nervous system of the parasites, causing their paralysis and death.
2. Can you buy permethrin cream over the counter?
Yes, you can buy permethrin cream over the counter in the UK. At My Pharmacy, we offer Permethrin Cream 30g along with a free online consultation to make sure it’s suitable for your needs. This helps ensure you get the correct treatment.
3. How quickly does permethrin cream work?
Permethrin cream begins to work immediately upon application. Here’s a detailed timeline of its effectiveness:
- Initial Application: After applying permethrin cream to the skin, it needs to be left on for 8 to 14 hours to effectively kill the mites causing scabies. It’s usually recommended to apply it before going to bed and wash it off the next morning.
- First Results: Most people will see an improvement in symptoms within a few days. The itching and rash associated with scabies can start to diminish after the initial treatment.
- Second Application: To ensure all mites and their eggs are eliminated, a second application is often recommended one week after the first treatment. This helps to kill any newly hatched mites.
- Full Relief: Itching can continue for up to four weeks after treatment due to an allergic reaction to the dead mites. However, significant relief is typically noticed within a few days to a week of the first application.
4. Can I use permethrin cream 2 days in a row?
No, you should not use permethrin cream two days in a row. Permethrin cream is typically applied once and then left on the skin for 8 to 14 hours before being washed off. A second application is generally recommended after 7 days to ensure that any newly hatched mites are also killed. Using permethrin cream more frequently than directed can lead to skin irritation and other side effects.
- Scabies: Permethrin cream is highly effective in treating scabies, a condition caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin, leading to intense itching and rash. The cream kills these mites and their eggs. Typically, you apply it all over the body from the neck down and leave it on for 8 to 14 hours before washing it off. A second application may be required a week later to ensure all mites and eggs are eradicated.
