Scometh 5% Lotion is an antiparasitic medication. It is used to treat scabies, a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin. This medicine works by killing the insects (mites) and their eggs.

Scometh 5% Lotion reduces the parasites.

Uses of Scometh Lotion

Scabies

Benefits of Scometh Lotion

In Scabies

Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin. Scometh 5% Lotion is an anti-parasite medicine. It works by paralyzing and killing the mites and their eggs. Generally, the cream 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.

How to use Scometh Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Scometh 5% Lotion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Scometh 5% Lotion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Scometh 5% Lotion is prescribed for the treatment of scabies( a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin).
It should be used as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
If the condition persists after 14 days of treatment then the doctor may suggest another treatment.
Apply a thin layer of this medicine all over the body and leave it for 8-14 hours before taking a bath or shower.
Avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pyrethroid Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Ectoparasiticides

Patient concerns

He is 6 months old and has small blisters (pic is attached) all over his body. His mother has the same problem and he got this from his mother.

Dr. Dharamvir Singh

Dermatology

He might be scabies plz go to ur doctor n get scabies treatment

What is the best treatment to prevent scabies?

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Avoid contact scabies pt

FAQs

What should I do if I forget to use Scometh 5% Lotion?

If you forget to use Scometh 5% Lotion, do not worry and continue using Scometh 5% Lotion as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Can I stop using Scometh 5% Lotion when I feel better?

No, do not stop using Scometh 5% Lotion without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

Is Scometh 5% Lotion safe?

Scometh 5% Lotion is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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