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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!

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

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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Answered 10/3/2017

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I was diagnosed with scabies. My dermatologist told me to apply permethrin lotion 5% only on affected areas for 10 days continuous. I read online that only one application a week is necessary. Should I be heeding the docs advice?

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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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I was thinking of using Lindane for pubic lice its not recommed for people with epilepsy like myself.its it affective.permethrin and lotion failed.

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What is the next for scabies when ivermectin, permethrin, sulfur lotion, benzyl benzoate don't work? 8 years now. Bugs still create tunnels. Borax, water & peroxide solution helps to sleep. I use sanding sponge in bath to sand tunnels like dirt?

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Does permethin lotion have a smell and when you put the cream on can you see it on your body or does it rub right in?

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