Permethrin 5% Cream: Fast, effective scabies/crab lice treatment. Provides quick relief from itching. Safe for most, including pregnant women. Typically Works within 8-12 hrs.
- Effectively clears scabies/crab lice
- Kills mites and eggs for complete elimination
- Over 95% effective
- Applied directly to the skin
- Wash off after 8-12 hrs
- 5% Permethrin active ingredient
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Permethrin cream (Lyclear) is a topical scabies treatment that can remove an infestation in as little as 8 hours. You might be scabies-free and back to your normal routine after just one treatment.
It is suitable for all ages and treats the entire body with each application. It works by killing the scabies mites and their eggs, effectively eliminating the infestation.
How does permethrin cream work?
Permethrin 5% cream helps get rid of tiny insects called scabies mites and crab lice. It works by interfering with their nervous systems, which makes them unable to move or reproduce.
This eventually leads to their death. It also stays on your skin for a short time after you put it on, so it can kill any new insects that hatch.
How effective is permethrin for scabies?
Permethrin 5% cream is a very effective treatment for scabies, with a success rate of over 95%. It is a topical medication that kills the mites that cause scabies.
One application is usually enough to clear the infection, but some people may need a second application one week later.
How to use permethrin cream for scabies?
The application method for Permethrin 5% cream is generally the same for adults, children, and infants.
Application: Permethrin 5% Cream is applied to the skin from the neck down, including between the fingers and toes, and left on for 8-12 hours.
Application Instructions:
- Use Permethrin 5% w/w Cream to clean, dry, and cool skin.
- Apply the cream directly to the skin.
- To treat scabies, apply a thin layer of the cream to all areas of the body from the neck down, including the face, ears, and scalp.
- To treat crab lice, apply the cream to the pubic hair and sometimes to other hairy areas of the body, such as the armpits and chest.
- Leave the cream on the skin for 8-12 hrs, then wash it off with soap and warm water.
- Do not apply Permethrin 5% w/w Cream immediately after a hot bath.
- Avoid applying to recently bathed or sweaty skin.
Scabies Treatment for Different Ages:
- Adults and teens (12 and older): Use the whole 30 g tube of cream on your entire body.
- Kids (6-12 years old): Use half of the 30 g tube of cream on your entire body.
- Young kids (2-5 years old): Use one-quarter of the tube of cream on your entire body, including your scalp.
Crab Lice Treatment:
Adults (18 and older): Use up to 30 grams of the cream on your whole body, especially your facial hair. Don't put cream on your eyelashes; use tweezers to get rid of the lice instead.
After the treatment period:
- Take a shower or bath to remove the cream.
- Wear clean clothes after showering.
- Wash all of your bedding, towels, and clothing in hot water to kill any scabies mites that may be present.
- Treat all close contacts to prevent the spread of scabies.
