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Peroscabiz 5% Cream

Manufactured byMankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsPermethrin
Description
Peroscabiz 5% Cream is a medicine that contains Permethrin. It is used for the treatment of scabies in adults and children aged from 2 months, and crab lice in adults. This medicine works by killing the mites, lice and their eggs thereby curing the infection. Peroscabiz 5% Cream has some side effects like itching, redness, and rash at the site of application. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they bother you for a long time or worsen. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Peroscabiz 5% Cream is recommended for external use only. Clean the affected area before applying this cream. Gently apply a thin layer of this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, and mouth as it may cause irritation. Do not apply more than the prescribed amounts. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after each application. Leave it on your skin for up to 8-12 hours, then wash the cream off with soap and water. It is usually used once a week. If your condition does not improve after the first use, consult your doctor. After the treatment, the itching may persist for four weeks. Peroscabiz 5% Cream is not recommended for use in children below 2 months of age as the safety and efficacy data for use are not available. Inform your doctor if you have any other skin conditions and all your current medicines. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Peroscabiz 5% Cream

Al-Pthrin 5% Cream
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Mityscab 5% Cream
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Permarid 5% Cream
Micro Labs Ltd.
Permebiol 5% Cream
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Peroscab 5% Cream
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Peroscabiz 5% Cream

  • Itching or rash
  • Redness of the skin
  • Infected and pus filled areas on the skin
  • Tingling and numbness of skin
  • Burning or stinging sensation

Uses of Peroscabiz 5% Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Scabies
  • Lice infestation
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Peroscabiz 5% Cream to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Peroscabiz 5% Cream remains active is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Peroscabiz 5% Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Peroscabiz 5% Cream is considered safe to be used in pregnancy. However, consult your doctor before using this cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Peroscabiz 5% Cream is considered safe to be used during breastfeeding. However, your doctor prescribes this medicine if the benefits to you outweigh the risks to your infant. Make sure that your child should not come in direct contact with the site of application.

Allergy

Avoid using Peroscabiz 5% Cream if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Peroscabiz 5% Cream is considered safe to be used in pregnancy. However, consult your doctor before using this cream.

Breast-feeding

Peroscabiz 5% Cream is considered safe to be used during breastfeeding. However, your doctor prescribes this medicine if the benefits to you outweigh the risks to your infant. Make sure that your child should not come in direct contact with the site of application.
General warnings

Skin irritation

Peroscabiz 5% Cream may cause skin irritation in some people. Inform your doctor if you observe skin irritation after using this medicine.

External use only

Peroscabiz 5% Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your mouth and eyes and broken skin. Rinse thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact.

Breathing difficulty

Use Peroscabiz 5% Cream with caution as it may cause breathing difficulty.

Use in children

Peroscabiz 5% Cream is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 months of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Sanitization of the environment

It is advised to appropriately sanitize the bed, clothes, furniture and other items present in your house after using Peroscabiz 5% Cream to prevent the relapse of the infection caused due to the pests present on these items of regular use.

Other medicines

Peroscabiz 5% Cream may interact with many other topical medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Peroscabiz 5% Cream is used as and when needed. If you missed applying a dose, skip it and apply it at your next dosing time.

Overdose

An overdose of Peroscabiz 5% Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, accidental ingestion may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply Peroscabiz 5% Cream as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package leaflet. Do not use in larger or smaller quantities or for longer durations than prescribed. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth or nose as it may cause irritation. Use it once a week, if your condition does not improve after the first use, consult your doctor. After the treatment, the itching may persist for four weeks. Sanitise your room and the things you use to prevent relapse of this condition. Keep away from the reach of the children and pets. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Peroscabiz 5% Cream works by killing microorganisms that cause scabies (an itchy skin condition). It is also effective in paralyzing and killing the lice and their eggs.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Topical anti-infectives, Scabicidal agent

Schedule

Schedule H

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