Manufacturer: Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition : Lindane
Bottle of 100ml Lotion
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Your doctor or pharmacist will explain how to use G Scab 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.
G Scab Lotion is an antiparasitic medicines. It works by killing the tiny insects (mites) and their eggs, which cause scabies.
Possible pharmacokinetic interaction (increased percutaneous absorption of lindane). Avoid use of oil treatments or oil-based hair preparations immediately before or after applying lindane shampoo; lindane lotion should not be applied simultaneously with any other cream (e.g., conditioner), ointment, or oil.
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 G Scab
Hair loss
Rash
Erythematous rash
Drowsiness
Headache
Dizziness
Convulsion
Itching
Dry skin
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Numbness
Tremors
Use with caution in those at risk for neurotoxicity including infants, children, elderly persons, those who weigh <50 kg, or those with a history of seizures. It is contraindicated in premature infants and in those with uncontrolled seizure disorders. Counseling the patient on proper use is required.
G Scab 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
G Scab Lotion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Non-crusted scabies.
Head lice or crab lice.
Pediculosis capitis.
Pediculosis pubis.
Drug-Drug Interaction: LINDANE may interact with antipsychotics (haloperidol), bronchodilator (theophylline), antibiotics (imipenem, penicillins, and quinolone antibiotics), antidepressants (bupropion), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine, tacrolimus, mycophenolate mofetil), antimalarial drugs (pyrimethamine, chloroquine), antituberculosis agents (isoniazid), pain killers (meperidine), muscle relaxant (methocarbamol), radiographic contrast agents (iopamidol, iohexol)
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Do not use LINDANE in patients with uncontrolled seizures (fits) disorder as it may cause central nervous system toxicity and inform your doctor if you have liver cirrhosis, eczema, psoriasis, or crusted scabies.
Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.
Store below 30°C
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
G Scab 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 G Scab Lotion.
Do not use this lotion within 1 hour of bathing or wet skin.
Do not apply G Scab 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 G Scab 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 G Scab Lotion lotion available over-the-counter?
No. G Scab Lotion is not available over-the-counter. It is sold only upon the prescription by a registered medical practitioner
Q. Does G Scab Lotion kill scabies, lice eggs, and nits?
Yes. G Scab Lotion does kill scabies, lice eggs and nits. However, if you do not see any effects, do not use G Scab Lotion more than once and consult the doctor
Q. Is G Scab Lotion lotion safe?
G Scab Lotion is safe when used at prescribed dose and duration as recommended doctor.
Q. What is G Scab Lotion used for?
G Scab 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.
