Permite

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Permethrin 50mg Cream is an Anti-Scabies agent. It is categorized under Antiparasites, known as pyrethrins. It has a vanishing off-white base. This cream is available internationally by the name of Lyclear and Nix. In India, it is known as Permite.

Purpose

• Permethrin 50mg Cream is meant to treat an infection called Scabies.
• It fights the mites, which are tiny insects that accumulate in our skin and cause irritation.
• Permite also cures nits and head lice.
• It paralyzes the eggs of mites.

 

Dosage:

• As directed by the doctor/physician.
• If self-administered, 30grams of Permite is more than enough for an individual of an age of 3 months to 65+.
• The cream should be removed after 8-14 hours with water.
• It should be massaged into the skin.
• Apply this gel all over your external body, that is from the head to the tip of your toes as soon as possible.

 

Side effects:

• Stinging
• Redness
• Burning and rashes
• Pruritus
• Erythema
• Numbness
• Common side effects of Permethrin 50mg Cream: nausea, vomiting, fever, dizziness, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain.
• There are rare chances of an allergic reaction to Nix cream. If it happens so, consult your doctor right away.
• Very minimal seizures have been reported due to the use of this cream.

If any of the above side effects persist for more than a week, then go to your doctor immediately.

 

Precautions and measures:

• Avoid scratching your skin and scalp as it may lead to a serious skin infection.
• Toddlers younger than the age of two years shouldn’t be treated with Permethrin 50mg Cream.
• Permite is only prescribed for skin usage.
• Avoid getting this cream in contact with your mouth, eyes, nose, or vagina. If it happens so, clean it with running water.
• You might need a complementary medication if you experience itching in excess, ask your doctor about the same.
• Pregnant and lactating women are advised to know the risks and benefits from their doctor and only then use it under his/her prescription.
• If you’ve been using any herbal/non-herbal products lately, inform your doctor.
• Do not increase, decrease or stop the medication at your own ease.
• Condition of scabies is often accompanied by erythema, pruritus, and oedema, therefore using this cream might worsen such infections.

 

Storage:

• It should be stored at room temperature of 25°C.
• Keep the medication of Lyclear away from moisture, light, and dampness.
• This cream should be kept out of reach of pets and children.

Do not use expired medication.