Do you need a prescription for Elimite?

Elimite is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Scabies, Head Lice and Nits (eggs). Elimite may be used alone or with other medications. Elimite belongs to a class of drugs called Scabicidal Agents; Pediculicides, Topical.

How is Elimite dispensed?

Elimite Dosage and Administration Usually 30 grams is sufficient for an average adult. The cream should be removed by washing (shower or bath) after 8 to 14 hours. Infants should be treated on the scalp, temple, and forehead. ONE APPLICATION IS GENERALLY CURATIVE.

Does permethrin cream need a prescription?

Permethrin is a prescription cream used to treat scabies. It’s also available in a lower strength as an over-the-counter lotion and is used to treat head lice.

How do you apply Elimite for scabies?

Apply the medicine from your head to the soles of your feet, including under your nails and in skin folds such as between the toes, as directed. Massage the cream into the skin. Do not use more medication than prescribed. Wash off the cream after 8-14 hours by showering or taking a bath.

Can you buy elimite over-the-counter?

There are currently no over-the-counter treatments for scabies that are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Prescription options include the following: Elimite is a 5 percent permethrin cream that’s generally effective and safe when it’s used as directed.

Can a pharmacist prescribe scabies treatment?

A pharmacist can help with scabies Scabies is not usually a serious condition, but it does need to be treated. A pharmacist will recommend a cream or lotion that you apply over your whole body. It’s important to read the instructions carefully.

How much permethrin do you take for scabies?

For the two applications, an adult is likely to need 60 g of cream (two tubes – one tube for each application), older children will require 30 g cream in total (½ tube for each application) and younger children will require 15 g cream in total (¼ tube for each application).

How much permethrin cream should I use?

Usually 30 grams of permethrin cream is sufficient for an average adult. Scabies rarely infest the scalp of adults, although the hairline, neck, temple, and forehead may be infested in geriatric patients and infants. One application is generally curative.

Is elimite available over-the-counter?

Can I use permethrin cream 2 days in a row?

Permethrin kills the scabies mite and eggs. Permethrin is the drug of choice for the treatment of scabies. Topical permethrin should be administered every 2-3 days for 1-2 weeks to treat crusted scabies.

What happens if you use permethrin too much?

Skin irritation, including itching, swelling, and redness, may occur with scabies and temporarily worsen after treatment with permethrin. Mild burning or stinging may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Do you need a script for Lyclear?

This is a pharmacist only medicine. A pharmacist will contact you within 48 hours to determine your therapeutic need before your order can be accepted. This is not required if you have a doctor’s prescription.