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What to do if i overdose on permethrin lotion?
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See a doctor: An overdose on any type of medication warrants stopping the medication and seeing a doctor immediately!
Answered 7/15/2016
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Wah off: Side effects are extremely rare. Topical steroids will treat irritation and itching left after scabies. Ifthere are other symptoms. Contact your physician for monitoring.
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Is it mites? Family is itchy but no rash. PA says try Nix (permethrin) as an overnight lotion, shower off in the am. Sound like reasonable course of treatment?
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