Freescab Lotion
Description
Freescab Lotion is an anti-scabies medication used to treat skin infestations caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite. This medication contains a combination of two active ingredients: cetrimide and gamma benzene hexachloride. It is specifically intended for use in individuals who cannot tolerate other approved medications or for whom other treatments have been unsuccessful. It is essential to use this medicine only for the condition your doctor has prescribed and not for any other skin issues.
This lotion is for external use only. When using it, you should apply it to a healthy skin surface that is free from any cuts or wounds. You should always wash your hands before and after applying the medication, unless your hands are the area being treated. If the lotion accidentally gets into your eyes, you must rinse them immediately with clean water. Do not use more of the medicine or apply it more frequently than your doctor has recommended.
Special care should be taken when using Freescab Lotion if you are an infant, a child, or an elderly individual, or if you weigh less than 50 kg. This medication should also be used with caution if you have other skin conditions, such as atopic dermatitis or psoriasis. If you have a known history of seizures or fits, or if you have any other condition that could increase your risk of having a seizure (like a head injury, a brain tumour, or liver cirrhosis), you should discuss this with your doctor before using the lotion.
You should not use Freescab Lotion if you are allergic to cetrimide, gamma benzene hexachloride, or any of the other ingredients. It is also contraindicated for use in body cavities, such as the mouth or ear, or as an enema. You should not use this medicine near your eyes or middle ear. It should also be avoided in premature infants, if you have crusted (Norwegian) scabies, or if you have an uncontrolled seizure disorder.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹46.92 |
| You Save | ₹22.08 (32% on MRP) |
| Contains | |
| Uses | Scabies |
| Side effects | Headache, dizziness, burning/pricking sensation |
| Therapy | ANTI-SCABIES |
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to cetrimide, gamma benzene hexachloride or any of the other ingredients of Freescab Lotion.
- In body cavities like the mouth or ear or as an enema (a treatment to clean the bowel).
- If you are using Freescab Lotion near the eyes and middle ear and surrounding areas.
- If you are using this medicine in premature infants.
- If you have crusted (Norwegian) scabies and other skin conditions (atopic dermatitis, psoriasis).
- If you have a known uncontrolled seizure/fits disorder.
Side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Itching
- Burning/pricking sensation
- Red, itchy rashes
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have experienced a seizure in the past or you have any problem that could increase your chances of getting a seizure (like a head injury, tumour in your brain or spinal cord, cirrhosis of the liver or heavy alcohol drinking)....
- You have HIV/AIDS.
- You are pregnant.
- You have a sexual partner.
- You accidentally swallow this medicine.
- You develop local skin reactions like inflammation of the skin.
- You take medicines to help you sleep.
Directions for Use
- Use Freescab Lotion as directed by your doctor.
- This medicine is for external use only.
- Apply it on a healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.
- Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
- In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.
Storage and disposal
- Store Freescab Lotion at 20°C - 25°C.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Freescab Lotion contains cetrimide and gamma benzene hexachloride as active substances.
- Cetrimide is an antiseptic medicine that kills or stops the growth of microorganisms that cause scabies.
- Gamma benzene hexachloride is an anti-parasitic medicine that gets directly absorbed into the parasites and their ova (mature female reproductive cell) and kills the scabies-causing parasite.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Since Freescab Lotion is to be used externally on the skin, it is less likely to interact with other medicines.
- However, always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.
- Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines like antipsychotics, antidepressants, theophylline (used to treat asthma/chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), cyclosporine, mycophenolate mofetil, tacrolimus (used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant), penicillins, imipenem, quinolone antibiotics (used for the treatment of bacterial infections), chloroquine (used to treat and prevent malaria), pyrimethamine (used to treat toxoplasmosis), isoniazid (used for the treatment of tuberculosis), meperidine (used to treat pain), methocarbamol (used to relax muscles) and centrally active anticholinesterases....
- Radiographic contrast agents when used with Freescab Lotion may increase the chance of seizures/fits.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD, CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Freescab Lotion used for?
Q: How to use Freescab Lotion?
- Use Freescab Lotion as directed by your doctor.
- This medicine is for external use only.
- Apply it on a healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.
- Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
- In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.
Q: What should I do if I accidentally swallow Freescab Lotion?
Q: Are there any specific medicines I should avoid while using Freescab Lotion?
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