Licerin 5% Topical Cream 15gm

Description of Licerin 5% Topical Cream

Licerin Topical Cream is an antiparasitic medication used for treating scabies, a skin condition caused by tiny mites that infest and irritate the skin. The cream works by eliminating the mites and their eggs.

Your doctor will guide you on how to properly apply Licerin 5% Cream and determine the appropriate dosage. It's important to follow the provided instructions. Ensure your skin is clean, dry, and cool before applying the cream. After using the cream, thoroughly wash your entire body 8-14 hours later. In most cases, a single application is sufficient to treat scabies, but if a second application is required, wait at least 7 days. Persistent itching for a few weeks after treatment may occur due to an allergic reaction to the dead mites, which is not a sign of treatment failure.

The most common side effects include mild burning, stinging, or tingling at the application site. These effects are generally mild, and not everyone experiences them.

Before using Licerin 5% Cream, inform your doctor if you have any skin conditions, allergies, or asthma. Though the cream is generally safe, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Licerin 5% Cream:

• Scabies

Missed Dose:

If you miss a dose, apply Licerin as soon as you remember. Do not apply extra to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose:

As Licerin is for external use only, overdose is unlikely. However, if ingested accidentally, seek immediate medical attention. If too much cream is applied, wipe off the excess with a tissue or cotton.

How Licerin 5% Cream Works:

Licerin 5% Cream is an antiparasitic agent that kills the mites and their eggs causing scabies. It also treats head lice by eliminating them from the scalp

Benefits of Licerin 5% Cream in Scabies:

Scabies are caused by mites that infest and irritate the skin. Licerin 5% Cream is effective in killing both the mites and their eggs. The cream is generally applied to the entire body except for the face and head and washed off after 8-12 hours. One application is usually enough, though sometimes a second application may be necessary after a week. It relieves itching, swelling, and redness, though itching may persist for a while due to the presence of dead mites.

Interaction

Before using Licerin 5% Topical Cream, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription, herbal medicine, or the following medicine:

• corticosteroids such as clobetasol, and betamethasone (used to manage skin allergies)

Contraindications

Permethrin should not be used by individuals with known hypersensitivity to any components of pyrethroids or permethrin. Healthcare personnel who regularly apply permethrin may wear gloves to prevent hand irritation.

Precautions:

• Licerin 5% Cream should not be used by individuals allergic to Permethrin, chrysanthemums, or any of the cream's components.
• Children under six years, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers should seek medical advice before using the cream.
• Avoid applying it on broken skin or near sensitive areas like the eyes. The infected area should be kept clean and dry before application.

Storage:

• Do not store it above 25°C.
• Do not freeze the cream.
• Store it in the original package to protect it from light and moisture.