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Dermatologist gave us ivermectin & permethrin for scabies. do we need to use the permethrin twice, or was the one time enough?

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You can: I usually have patients use it twice. One week apart.

Answered 7/8/2018

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Depends on symptoms: Was the ivermectin oral or topical (lotion)? Did they tell you to repeat that dose in 14 days? Some doctors recommend automatically repeating the permethrin in 14 days; others advise on repeating only if there are live mites still present or symptoms persist. You should ask your dermatologist.

Answered 9/28/2016

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