Descab Lotion
Product introduction
Descab Lotion is a combination medicine that is used to treat scabies. It kills the tiny insects (mites) and their eggs. It also kills head lices.
Descab Lotion should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Apply only to the affected areas.
Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. The common side effects of this medicine include hair loss, rashes, drowsiness, headache, itching, and dry skin.
If these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are suffering from any other disease.
Descab Lotion should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Apply only to the affected areas.
Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. The common side effects of this medicine include hair loss, rashes, drowsiness, headache, itching, and dry skin.
If these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are suffering from any other disease.
Uses of Descab Lotion
Benefits of Descab Lotion
In Scabies
Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin. Descab Lotion kills the mites and their eggs present on the skin. This gives relief from itching, swelling and redness. Descab Lotion also helps kill head lices and their eggs, therbey giving you relief from itching and irritation caused by lice. It is normally effective in one or two applications however complete the course of treatment for better results.
Side effects of Descab Lotion
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Descab
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Dry skin
How to use Descab Lotion
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.
How Descab Lotion works
Descab Lotion is a combination of two medicines: Lindane and Cetrimide. It works kills microorganisms that cause scabies. It is also potent in paralyzing and killing the lice and their eggs.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Descab Lotion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Descab Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Descab Lotion?
If you miss a dose of Descab Lotion, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Descab Lotion is prescribed for the treatment of scabies (a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin).
- Apply a thin layer of this medicine all over the body and leave it for 8-14 hours before taking a bath or shower.
- Avoid getting it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
- You will still be itchy for a while after successful treatment. If the itching becomes troublesome to you, consult your doctor to ease this. Moisturizing creams can provide temporary relief from itching.
- Clothes, towels, and bed linen should be machine-washed with hot water after the first application of treatment. This helps kills the scabies mites.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Descab Lotion for?
Scabies
75%
Others
25%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
33%
Poor
33%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Descab Lotion?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Descab Lotion?
With food
100%
Please rate Descab Lotion on price
Average
67%
Not Expensive
33%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- MedlinePlus. Lindane. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Cetrimide. Nottingham, UK: BCM Ltd.; 2014. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Ginsburg CM, Lowry W, Reisch JS. Absorption of lindane (gamma benzene hexachloride) in infants and children. J Pediatr. 1997;91(6):998-1000. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Cetrimide. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Pasteur Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: 2A, Bidhan Sarani, Kolkata - 700 006
Country of origin: India
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