Used for the destruction of lice and other arthropod pests, lotion Permethrin is widely used as an insecticidal drug without pronounced negative manifestations. Features of the composition determine the high degree of effectiveness of this product, which explains the high level of demand for it.
About analogues and prices for the drug, reviews about it and instructions for the use of permethrin, we'll see today.
Features Permmetrin
Relating to natural pyrethrin, Permethrin contains substances with strong antiparasitic activity. The use of cetylpyridinium bromide increases the insecticidal effect of the preparation.
Composition of
In a 10 ml lotion intended for external use, contains:
- 60 g of permethrin active substance;
- additional components: ethyl alcohol, macroglycerine hydroxystearate, purified water, isopropyl alcohol.
In one ml of shampoo, the active substance permethrin contains 10 mg.
About the prices in pharmacies for solutions, ointments, sprays, shampoos, creams Permethrin from lice and other parasites we will tell below.
Dosage Forms
There are three basic forms of this drug available on the market that contains permethrin:
- solution used for external application,
- shampoo , available with air conditioner. Shampoo volume 120 ml,
- aerosol , intended for outdoor use. Vials have a volume of 90 g.
Features of the pharmacological action of
This drug belongs to the species of natural pyrethrinites. They are found in plants that belong to the family of Compositae. Possessing a high degree of insecticidal effect, Permethrin effectively destroys lice and other arthropod pests.
The properties of the drug can be attributed to anti-pediculosis drugs that destroy lice in the scalp and pubic hair. Also causes death of mites, fleas.
Indications
Used for the treatment of pediculosis in the diagnosis:
- pubic lice;
- pediculosis of the scalp.
- Permethrin works even when used once for scabies( including nodular, "cleanliness", pseudohetero, Norwegian, typical).And its effect remains even after 3-6 weeks in the treatment of the surface, which was infected with pediculosis.
- Also, the antituberculous action of Permethrin affects the destruction of parasite eggs.
Instructions for use
General recommendations for the use of the drug are fairly simple. The solution for external use is applied abundantly to the affected area, when applied, the product should be rubbed into the skin. The amount of permethrin used at one time depends on the length of the hair and their density. It can be 10-50 ml of the drug.
After treatment, the head is covered with a kerchief and left for 40-60 minutes. Next, the hair is washed with a large amount of running water at room temperature, using soap or shampoo. To remove dead lice, hair after washing is combed with a frequent comb.
A specific feature of the application should be considered the specific use of the agent in question for various types of disease and their manifestations.
When scabies
Because the product can be used in a variety of forms, its application in garlic varies depending on its consistency.
- Cream with active substance Permethrin is applied to the affected areas and carefully rubbed with light massaging actions. It should be applied to children and adults, it is desirable completely to the whole body, paying special attention to the scalp. For an adult, usually about 30 g of the drug is sufficient. The remedy is left on the body for 12 hours, then the preparation should be thoroughly washed off with soap. The effectiveness of the drug manifests itself after a single use, but if the itching continues to manifest, the procedure must be repeated after two weeks.
- In the form of a solution, a 24 ml preparation is used for three days. On the surface of the vial are labels that will allow the product to be better rationed. Permethrin in the form of a solution is used as an aqueous emulsion( concentration 0.4%), which is applied at night and rubbed into the affected area of the trunk, arms and legs. The solution should not be treated with the face, scalp and neck area.
For pediculosis
For the treatment of pediculosis, a 1% cream or a liquid solution is used, as well as Permethrin in the form of a shampoo.
- The selected form of the drug is applied to a cotton swab, with which it is rubbed into the hair( their roots).The average person requires about 15-50 ml.
- The hair is covered with a kerchief for 40 minutes.
- Next, the hair is thoroughly washed with shampoo, and to remove dead lice comb through a frequent comb.
- If one-time processing is not enough, then after a week, repeat the processing.
Special cases of
In the treatment of scabies and lice, remember that the use of permethrin should be carried out as carefully as possible in several cases:
- during pregnancy, , when allergic manifestations may occur in both the pregnant woman and the unborn child;
- in children under 2 years of age - use this product in a more dilute form to prevent general intoxication of the child's body;
- with the sensitivity of to the active substance. In this case, other agents with a similar effect should be chosen to influence lice.
Malotoxic drug, Permethrin can still cause a number of side effects, which can be avoided with the most careful observation of the patient's condition during the application of the drug.
Contraindications
Contraindications include cases where the use of this drug causes serious health problems. These include the following situations:
- excessive sensitivity to the active substance with the manifestation of allergic reactions;
- children's age( less than two years);
- pregnancy;
- lactation - if lactation occurs with pediculosis or scabies and requires the use of drugs containing Permethrin, the child should be transferred to artificial feeding;
- in the presence of other skin conditions.
Side effects of
Low toxicity causes a small number of side effects in the treatment of scabies and lice using it. To local allergic manifestations in the application of permethrin should be attributed burning and the appearance of mild itching, numbness of the skin, tingling it, as well as puffiness and rashes.
If the listed side effects continue for more than 3 weeks from the date of treatment, you should see an allergist who will prescribe the treatment.
Special instructions
- Caution should be exercised when using the product, do not allow it to enter all mucous membranes.
- If the product has got on them, then it is required to wash the mucous membranes with a large amount of warm water.
- It is better to conduct treatment not indoors, but on the street or with good ventilation.
Interaction with other drugs
If you use Permethrin with other medicines, there is no evidence of an allergy, but if you develop allergic manifestations in the treatment of scabies or lice, using other forms of medication, you should definitely see a doctor.
Below are reviews about the product Permethrin in the form of shampoo, spray from lice, scabies and other parasites.
Reviews
According to reviews, Permetrin can be attributed to drugs against pediculosis, which is particularly effective and at the same time low in toxicity. The price at the same time the cost of the drug is fairly democratic, and it can be found in many pharmacies.
- For example, Sergei Ivanovich, 52, comments on Premetin as follows: "The appearance of lice in me was a surprise. But after a single use of Premetrin, burning and itching stopped worrying me, all the insects were gone. An allergic reaction did not occur. I'm happy with the drug. "
- Elena Alexandrovna, Chelyabinsk, 32, also responds well to the effectiveness of the drug in question: "My son, after staying in the summer camp, was diagnosed with scabies. The doctor appointed Permetrin. After two times the use of the skin has acquired a healthy hue, puffiness has passed, the itching does not bother anymore. "
Analogues
The following drugs should be classified as having the same effect:
- NOC;
- Nittifor;
- Zebriks-Teva;
- Anti-n;
- Lindane;
- MediFox;
- Nicks;
- Pedex;
- Couple plus.
Doctor Komarovsky in this video will tell you how to protect yourself from skin parasites with the help of Permethrin and other means: