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Pmt 5% Lotion

Manufactured bySalve Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsPermethrin
Description
Pmt 5% Lotion is a medicine that contains Permethrin. It is used to treat scabies (a contagious itchy skin condition caused by mites). It also kills head lice. This medicine kills the mites and their eggs and cures the infection. Pmt 5% Lotion has some side effects like itching/redness on the skin, rash at the site of application, etc. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or worsen. Do not use this lotion if you are allergic to it. Pmt 5% Lotion is for external use only. Clean the affected area before applying this medicine. Gently apply a thin layer of the lotion as prescribed by your doctor. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after application. Leave it on your scalp for more than 10 minutes, wash it with warm water. Dry your hair and comb to remove the remaining mite, lice, and eggs. Avoid contact with your face, eyes and mouth as it may cause irritation. Rinse thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact. Pmt 5% Lotion is not recommended for use in children below 2 months of age as the safety and efficacy data for use are not available. Inform your doctor if you have any other skin conditions and all your current medicines. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Pmt 5% Lotion

Al-Pthrin 5% Lotion
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Nedax 5% Lotion
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Peroscab 5% Lotion
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Peroscabiz 5% Lotion
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Scaboma Plus 5% Lotion
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pmt 5% Lotion

  • Itching or rash of the skin and scalp
  • Redness of scalp
  • Infected and pus filled areas on the scalp
  • Burning or stinging sensation

Uses of Pmt 5% Lotion

What is it prescribed for?

  • Lice infestation
  • Scabies
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Pmt 5% Lotion to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Pmt 5% Lotion remains active is not known.
  • 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 for Pmt 5% Lotion.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Pmt 5% Lotion is considered safe to be used in pregnancy. However, consult your doctor before using this lotion.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Pmt 5% Lotion is considered safe to be used during breastfeeding. However, your doctor prescribes this medicine if the benefits to you outweigh the risks to your infant. Make sure that your child should not come in direct contact with the site of application.

Allergy

Avoid using Pmt 5% Lotion if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Pmt 5% Lotion is considered safe to be used in pregnancy. However, consult your doctor before using this lotion.

Breast-feeding

Pmt 5% Lotion is considered safe to be used during breastfeeding. However, your doctor prescribes this medicine if the benefits to you outweigh the risks to your infant. Make sure that your child should not come in direct contact with the site of application.
General warnings

Skin irritation

Pmt 5% Lotion may cause skin irritation in some people. Inform your doctor if you observe skin irritation after using this medicine.

External use only

Pmt 5% Lotion is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your mouth and eyes and broken skin. Rinse thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact.

Breathing difficulties

Use Pmt 5% Lotion with caution as it may cause breathing difficulty.

Use in children

Pmt 5% Lotion is not recommended for use in children younger than 2 months of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Sanitization of the environment

It is advised to appropriately sanitize the bed, clothes, furniture and other items present in your house after using Pmt 5% Lotion to prevent the relapse of the infection caused due to the pests present on these items of regular use.

Other medicines

Pmt 5% Lotion may interact with many other topical medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Pmt 5% Lotion is used as and when needed. If you missed applying a dose, skip it and apply it at your next dosing time.

Overdose

An overdose of Pmt 5% Lotion is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, accidental ingestion may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
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

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Use Pmt 5% Lotion as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package leaflet. Use it only in the amounts and for the duration prescribed by your doctor. It is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the face, eyes, mouth, nose and other mucous membranes. Rinse immediately with water in case of accidental contact. Keep away from the reach of the children and pets. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Pmt 5% Lotion works by killing microorganisms that cause scabies (an itchy skin condition). It is also effective in paralyzing and killing the lice and their eggs.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical anti-infectives, Scabicidal agent

Schedule

Schedule H

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