Elimate Plus Lotion 60ml

Uses of Elimate Plus Lotion

Used to treat:

• Scabies
• Pediculosis
• Crab louse infections

How does Elimate Plus Lotion work?

helps in treating scabies and head lice by acting on the nerve cells of the disease-causing organism and alters the movements of certain ions (sodium ions) which leads to loss of their function. This causes respiratory failure of the disease-causing organism and hence, their destruction.

Side effects of Elimate Plus Lotion

• Erythematous rash
• Dry skin
• Itching or rash of the skin and scalp
• Redness of skin or scalp
• Difficulty in breathing
• Infected and pus-filled areas on the skin and scalp
• Tingling and numbness of the skin
• Burning or stinging sensation
• Skin rash
• Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

Quick Suggestions:

• Elimate Plus Lotion is prescribed for the treatment of scabies( a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin).
• It should be used as per the dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
• Avoid getting it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
• Apply a thin layer of medicine all over the body and leave it for 24-48 hours before taking a bath or shower.
• Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine.
• If the condition persists after 14 days of treatment then the doctor may suggest another treatment.

Indication of Elimate Plus Lotion

Elimate Plus Lotion contains Permethrin which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-parasitic agents. It is indicated for the treatment of scabies, pediculosis (lice), and crab louse infections. Crotamiton belongs to two classes of medicines called antipruritics and scabicides. It works by killing the mites, which cause scabies.

Pharmacology

Permethrin is a medication that belongs to the pyrethroid class of drugs and is used to treat infestations of lice and scabies by paralyzing and killing these pests through the limitation of sodium ion intake through nerve cell membrane channels. On the other hand, Crotamiton has antipruritic and scabicidal properties and is effective against Sarcoptes scabei, as well as being a useful pediculicide.

Dosage & Administrations of

• Permethrin & Crotamiton lotion can be used by adults, elderly people, and children aged 2 months and above. It should be applied externally only and not on broken skin, mucous membranes, or near the eyes. The skin should be clean, dry, and cool before application. It should not be applied immediately after a hot bath. The lotion is meant for a single application all over the body, except for the head and face. Areas between fingers and toes, under nails, wrists, armpits, external genitalia, breasts, and buttocks should be given special attention. The lotion should be left on for at least 8 hours, and if the hands are washed within that time, reapply the lotion to them. The whole body should be washed thoroughly 8-12 hours after application.
• For elderly people, the lotion should be applied to the whole body, including the neck, face, ears, and scalp, with special attention to areas between fingers and toes, under nails, wrists, armpits, external genitalia, breasts, and buttocks. The area close to the eyes should be avoided.
• Children under 2 years should only be treated under medical supervision. The lotion should be applied to the whole body, including the neck, face, ears, and scalp, with special attention to areas between fingers and toes, under nails, wrists, armpits, palms of hands, soles of feet, external genitals, and buttocks. The area around the mouth, where the lotion could be licked off, and the area around the eyes should be avoided.

To use the lotion, make sure that your skin is clean and dry. If your body is warm due to a hot bath or other reasons, wait until your skin has cooled down before applying the lotion. Apply the lotion to your entire body except for your head. After 8-12 hours, wash your whole body thoroughly. Wash your clothes and bed sheets with warm water on the following day. Reapply the lotion if it is washed off by water. Other family members should use the lotion as a preventative measure in the same way to avoid the highly contagious effects of scabies. Do not apply the lotion near your mouth or close to your eyes.

Interaction

It is recommended to avoid using corticosteroids to treat eczematous-like symptoms before using permethrin because it may increase the risk of worsening the scabies infestation by reducing the immune response to the mite. There is a possibility of drug interactions between these two medications, which could potentially lead to more severe side effects or reduced effectiveness.

Contraindications

The combination of permethrin 5% and crotamiton 10% is contraindicated in patients who have a known hypersensitivity to either of these medications.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Permethrin and crotamiton are not suggested during pregnancy since there is no evidence of their safety, especially in the first three months. It's unclear whether the active ingredient makes it into breast milk. It's best to avoid using it on the nipples if you're nursing.

Precautions & Warnings

• Some people may experience a burning or stinging sensation after applying the lotion, which usually subsides quickly.
• This is more common in people with severe scabies. Temporary signs and symptoms of skin irritation such as rashes, itching, redness, swelling, and eczema may occur, which are believed to be a normal part of the scabies infection.
• It is important to avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes during application.
• There may be a risk of cross-sensitivity with ragweed or chrysanthemums, and caution should be exercised in patients with a history of asthma.
• The safety of using the lotion during pregnancy and lactation has not been established, and it should only be used under medical supervision.

Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C). Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed.