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I used elimite but it didn't stop the crawling and itchy feeling?

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Recommendation : Elimite usually required 8 -14 hours to work and often require the second treatment.

Answered 9/23/2016

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