Eurax Lotion is an antipruritics and scabicides medicine. It is used to treat scabies, a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin. It works by killing the mites and their eggs. It is also used to relieve itching and skin irritation.
Your doctor will explain how to use Eurax Lotion and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly. Generally, it is applied to your whole body except your head, mouth, eyes and face. Your skin should be clean, dry and cool before using it. You should take a cleansing bath after 48 hours of the last application to remove the traces of the medication from the skin. After each application, change your clothes, towels and bed sheets to stop the spread of infection.
The most common side effects include mild burning, stinging or tingling where the medicine is applied. Most side effects are usually mild and not everyone gets them. Sometimes itching may last for a few weeks after treating scabies. This is probably an allergic reaction to dead mites and not a sign that the treatment has failed.
Before using it, you should ask your doctor’s advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses Of Eurax Lotion
- Scabies
Benefits Of Eurax Lotion
In Scabies
Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin. Eurax Lotion is an anti-parasite medicine. It works by paralyzing and killing the mites and their eggs. Generally, the Lotion should be applied to the whole body except the face and head but follow your doctor’s advice. It should be thoroughly washed off after 8-12 hours. Often one application is enough to treat the condition completely but sometimes a second one may be required a week later. This will get rid of the itching, swelling and redness caused by mites. However, dead mites may still make you itch for some time.
Side Effects Of Eurax 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 Eurax
- Erythematous rash
- Itching
- Dry skin
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
How To Use Eurax Lotion
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the Lotion. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Eurax Lotion Works
Crotamiton belongs to two classes of medicines called antipruritics and scabicides. It works by killing the mites, which cause scabies.
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