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Red itchy bums of Scabies
Can i use permethrin cream two nights in a row. I used it yesterday but didnt washed my bedding and clothes.
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Dr. Manoj Agarwala
Dermatologist
16 yrs exp
Raipur
Scabies is caused by an itch mite. Meet a Dermatologist for better understanding of your current scenario and appropriate treatment approach. You can consider having OTC anti-allergic medications for symptom relief. Many a times other members of the family also need treatment to prevent relapses and can be best decide by your dermatologist.
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You can repeat permethrim 5 % if needed but not more than the second application.
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