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Benzol 25 % Lotion
Manufactured byAgrawal Pharmaceuticals
ContainsBenzyl benzoate
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Description
Benzol 25 % Lotion is used to treat lice and scabies infestations. It is an effective and an inexpensive treatment available over the counter. It is used externally as a cream or emulsion.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Benzol 25 % Lotion
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Benzol 25 % Lotion
Allergic Skin Reaction
Burning sensation at the application site
Itching or rash of the skin and scalp
Burning or stinging sensation
Uses of Benzol 25 % Lotion
What is it prescribed for?
Lice infestation (Pediculosis)
Benzol 25 % Lotion is used in combination with lindane for the treatment of Pediculosis, the lice infestation of the head and the pubic areas characterized by severe itching of these areas.
Scabies
Benzol 25 % Lotion is used to treat scabies infestation of the skin characterized by severe itching, especially in the night, and pimple-like rashes.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time required for this medicine to show its effect is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
There is no well-established clinical data available regarding the duration of action of this medicine.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Benzol 25 % Lotion or any other components present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Use on skin
Benzol 25 % Lotion should not be used on open wounds.
External use only
This medicine is intended for external use only. It should not be taken orally or applied onto cracked or wounded skin parts.
Sanitization of the environment
It is advised to appropriately sanitize the bed, clothes, furniture, and other items present in the house after using this medicine. This is done to prevent the relapse of the infection caused due to the pests present on these items of regular use.
Missed Dose
This medicine should be used only once. Hence, there is no possibility of missing a dose. Use this medicine more than once only under the supervision of your doctor.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact a doctor immediately if there is an overdose of this medicine.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Inflammation of the skin
Use of Benzol 25 % Lotion on a severely inflamed skin may worsen the condition of the skin.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Strictly follow all the instructions on the label and use Benzol 25 % Lotion only as directed. Do not use more than what is prescribed or share this medication with other people. It is advised that you should inform the doctor about all the medicines or herbal products that you are using and about all your medical conditions before using this medicine.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Benzol 25 % Lotion acts on the nervous system of the parasites and kills them.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical antifungals and antiparasites
Schedule
N/A
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WHO Model Prescribing Information: Drugs Used in Skin Diseases: Scabicides and pediculicides: Benzyl benzoate [Internet]. Apps.who.int. 2017 [cited 25 July 2017]. Available from:
Benzyl benzoate [Internet]. Snomedbrowser.com. 2017 [cited 25 July 2017]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 9 Aug 2017
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