Descab Lotion 100ml

Descab Lotion is an anti-scabies medicine. Scabies is a skin condition that is caused by a mite. Descab Lotion contains a combination of cetrimide and gamma benzene hexachloride as active substances.

It is used for the treatment of scabies only in patients who cannot tolerate other medicines or who have failed treatment with other approved medicines. Do not use this medicine to treat any other skin conditions other than that prescribed by your doctor. Descab Lotion is meant for external application only.

Do not use more of the medicine or apply it more often than recommended. Particular care should be taken when using Descab Lotion in infants, children, the elderly, individuals with other skin conditions like atopic dermatitis or psoriasis or those individuals who weigh less than 50 kg.

Dosage

Overdose

As Descab Lotion is meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have applied extra quantities of it, wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed applying Descab Lotion, apply it as soon as possible. If it's time for your next application, then skip the missed application and continue with your regular application schedule. Do not over-apply this medicine to compensate for the missed application.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Descab Lotion contains cetrimide and gamma benzene hexachloride as active substances.
• Cetrimide is an antiseptic medicine that kills or stops the growth of microorganisms that cause scabies.
• Gamma benzene hexachloride is an anti-parasitic medicine that gets directly absorbed into the parasites and their ova (mature female reproductive cell) and kills the scabies-causing parasite.

Directions for Use

• Use Descab Lotion as directed by your doctor.
• This medicine is for external use only.
• Apply it on a healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.
• Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
• In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Descab Lotion 100ml during pregnancy?

Limited information is available on the effect of Descab Lotion in human pregnancy. This medicine should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Descab Lotion 100ml while breastfeeding?

Descab Lotion passes into human breast milk. If recommended for use by the doctor, avoid applying this medicine to the breast and other large areas of the skin that can come in contact with the infant.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Descab Lotion 100ml?

Limited information is available on the effect of Descab Lotion on driving ability. If you experience any effects after using this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Descab Lotion 100ml?

No, alcohol should not be consumed along with Descab Lotion as it can increase your chances of getting a seizure/fit.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have experienced a seizure in the past or you have any problem that could increase your chances of getting a seizure (like a head injury, tumour in your brain or spinal cord, cirrhosis of the liver or heavy alcohol drinking).
• You have HIV/AIDS.
• You are pregnant.
• You have a sexual partner.
• You accidentally swallow this medicine.
• You develop local skin reactions like inflammation of the skin.
• You take medicines to help you sleep.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to cetrimide, gamma benzene hexachloride or any of the other ingredients of Descab Lotion.
• In body cavities like the mouth or ear or as an enema (a treatment to clean the bowel).
• If you are using Descab Lotion near the eyes and middle ear and surrounding areas.
• If you are using this medicine in premature infants.
• If you have crusted (Norwegian) scabies and other skin conditions (atopic dermatitis, psoriasis).
• If you have a known uncontrolled seizure/fits disorder.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Itching
• Burning/pricking sensation
• Red, itchy rashes

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Since Descab Lotion is to be used externally on the skin, it is less likely to interact with other medicines.
• However, always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.
• Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines like antipsychotics, antidepressants, theophylline (used to treat asthma/chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), cyclosporine, mycophenolate mofetil, tacrolimus (used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant), penicillins, imipenem, quinolone antibiotics (used for the treatment of bacterial infections), chloroquine (used to treat and prevent malaria), pyrimethamine (used to treat toxoplasmosis), isoniazid (used for the treatment of tuberculosis), meperidine (used to treat pain), methocarbamol (used to relax muscles) and centrally active anticholinesterases.
• Radiographic contrast agents when used with Descab Lotion may increase the chance of seizures/fits.

Storage and disposal

• Store Descab Lotion at 20°C - 25°C.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Descab Lotion used for?

Descab Lotion is used for the treatment of scabies (infestations of a mite called Sarcoptes scabiei).

How to use Descab Lotion?

• Use Descab Lotion as directed by your doctor.
• This medicine is for external use only.
• Apply it on a healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.
• Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
• In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.