CROTAMITON

Overview

CROTAMITON is a Schedule H drug.
Crotamiton is an anti-parasite medicine that kills certain parasites that live or lay eggs in your skin.Crotamiton topical (for the skin) is used to treat scabies and to reduce itching associated with certain skin conditions.This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

Usage

CROTAMITON is generally used to treat: Scabies, Pruritus, Itchy Skin
CROTAMITON can address symptoms like: Skin Irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Topical (Local Application)

Precautions

• Crotamiton is for external application only.
• If your child is less than 3 years of age, apply the cream or lotion under doctor’s supervision.
• Do not apply crotamiton in or around the mouth or eyes as it may lead to inflammation. If applied accidently, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Do not apply on exudative wounds, acute eczema, or if the skin is broken, severely inflamed or with pus.
• Stop applying crotamiton if you develop any allergic reaction.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding and or having genital itching
• Follow all directions on your medicine label and package
• You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a topical medication.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label.
• Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Shake the lotion well just before each use.To treat itching:Massage the medicine into the affected areas until it is completely absorbed. Repeat as needed.
• To prevent reinfection, wash all clothing, hats, bed clothes, bed linens, hair brushes, and combs with a strong cleanser in hot water to remove any mites or eggs.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CROTAMITON over-dosage can result in: Skin Irritation, Mouth Burning Sensation, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain

Common Side-Effects

CROTAMITON : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Paresthesia, Dry Skin

Serious Side-Effects

CROTAMITON : Skin Irritation

Rare Side-Effects

CROTAMITON : Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

CROTAMITON is categorized as: TOPICAL ANTI-INFECTIVES / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CROTAMITON as Ingredient

CROTORAX 10% W/W CRM	CROTAMITON 10.0 %W/W
CROTORAX 10% W/W LTN	CROTAMITON 10.0 %W/W
CROTORAX LOTION	CROTAMITON 10 %W/W
CROTORAX-HC CRM	CROTAMITON 10 %W/W, HYDROCORTISONE 0.25 %W/W
KERTYOL-S SHAMPOO	CROTAMITON 0.5 %W/W, SALICYLIC ACID