Manufacturer: Gary Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Lindane(1% w/v)
Bottle of 100ml Lotion
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Your doctor or pharmacist will explain how to use Benzo Lotion and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly. It is for external use only and always use gloves while using it, especially when applying to another person. You should apply it on dry and clean skin and do not cover the affected area with clothes. You should not use it if you have an open wound on the skin. In case of accidental contact with the eyes, mouth, or nose, wash it off immediately with plenty of water.
It may cause side effects such as itching, numbness, tingling or pricking sensation, headache, and dry skin, etc. Some people also experience hair loss and drowsiness. If any of these effects bother you then it is better to consult the doctor.
Before using it, you should inform the doctor if you are suffering from seizures or fits. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid using this medicine.
Benzo Lotion is an antiparasitic medicines. It works by killing the tiny insects (mites) and their eggs, which cause scabies.
Lindane is a scabicide that is essentially an organochloride insecticide. Lindane is an organochloride insecticide that has similar neurotoxic protperties to DDT. It exerts its parasiticidal action by being directly absorbed through the parasite's exoskeleton (primarily lice, or scabies) and their ova.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Benzo
Hair loss
Rash
Erythematous rash
Drowsiness
Headache
Dizziness
Convulsion
Itching
Dry skin
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Numbness
Tremors
alcoholism
uncontrolled epilepsy
a low seizure threshold
a mass within the brain
hardening of the liver
a type of allergy that causes red and itchy skin called atopic dermatitis
psoriasis
seizures
pregnancy
a patient who is producing milk and breastfeeding
Benzo Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Benzo Lotion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Lindane Lotion is indicated for the treatment of scabies (infestations of Sarcoptes scabei) only in patients who: cannot tolerate other approved therapies, or. have failed treatment with other approved therapies.
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Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Benzo Lotion, skip it and continue with your normal schedule.Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Benzo Lotion is used for the treatment of scabies.
While applying the solution, make sure your hands are clean and dry.
Always use gloves while applying the lotion, especially when applying to another person.
Avoid contact with another person, especially babies after applying the lotion to your body.
Do not cover the affected area of the skin with dressing or a bandage after applying Benzo Lotion.
Do not use this lotion within 1 hour of bathing or wet skin.
Do not apply Benzo Lotion near your eyes or on broken and wounded skin. In case of contact with the eyes, immediately wash with water and if needed consult your doctor.
Do not apply more than the recommended amount of Benzo Lotion as it may be harmful.
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.
Q. Is Benzo Lotion lotion available over-the-counter?
No. Benzo Lotion is not available over-the-counter. It is sold only upon the prescription by a registered medical practitioner
Q. Does Benzo Lotion kill scabies, lice eggs, and nits?
Yes. Benzo Lotion does kill scabies, lice eggs and nits. However, if you do not see any effects, do not use Benzo Lotion more than once and consult the doctor
Q. Is Benzo Lotion lotion safe?
Benzo Lotion is safe when used at prescribed dose and duration as recommended doctor.
Q. What is Benzo Lotion used for?
Benzo Lotion is used to treat scabies and to relieve itching and skin irritation associated with sunburn, dry eczema (type of itchy skin rash), dermatitis (red and itchy skin), allergic rashes, hives, nettle rash, chickenpox, heat rashes, personal itching, insect bites and stings.
Q. How should Benzo Lotion be applied?
You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Benzo Lotion cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. Remember, it is important to wash your hands before and after applying Benzo Lotion.
Q. Should Benzo Lotion be left on overnight?
At the beginning of the treatment, Benzo Lotion is usually used once daily in the evening. The area should not be washed after applying Benzo Lotion. Leave it overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.
Q. What should prompt me to discontinue Benzo Lotion?
If you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation, discontinue the medicine and consult the doctor.
Q. What precautions should be followed while applying Benzo Lotion?
Use Benzo Lotion only on your skin. Keep it away from your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Benzo Lotion on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Benzo Lotion on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. This is because Benzo Lotion can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Benzo Lotion. Avoid contact with hair as Benzo Lotion has strong bleaching properties. Consult your doctor for any other query related to Benzo Lotion.
Q. How often should I apply Benzo Lotion?
The initial dose is preferably once daily in the evening. Later, the doctor will gradually increase the dose to twice daily (most probably morning and evening) depending upon the requirement.
Q. How long does Benzo Lotion take to show its effects?
You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. You may need to use this treatment for a longer duration to gain maximum benefit. Do not worry, this is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, talk to your doctor immediately.
Q. When can I apply moisturizer, before or after Benzo Lotion?
You may apply moisturizer an hour after applying Benzo Lotion. Consult your doctor in case of any doubt or concern.
