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Scabal 1 % Lotion

Manufactured byAlive Lifescience
ContainsLindane
Description
Scabal 1 % Lotion is an anti-parasite medicine. It is used to treat scabies, a contagious itchy skin condition caused by mites. This medicine works by killing the parasites. Scabal 1 % Lotion shows some side effects like dry skin, skin irritation, skin rash, etc. These side effects are usually mild and may subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they bother you for a long time or become severe. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Scabal 1 % Lotion is for external use only. Gently apply a thin layer of this medicine on the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after each application. Avoid using more or less than the recommended dose. Do not leave it on your skin for more than 8-12 hours as it may increase the risk of side effects. Wash off the lotion with warm water. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth as it may cause irritation. Scabal 1 % Lotion may not be suitable for all people. Inform your doctor if you have any other skin conditions, liver problems, seizures (fits), or are taking any medicines. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Scabal 1 % Lotion

  • Skin rash
  • Skin irritation
  • Hair loss
  • Redness of skin and/or scalp
  • Tingling and numbness of skin
  • Seizures
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea or Vomiting

Uses of Scabal 1 % Lotion

What is it prescribed for?

  • 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 Scabal 1 % Lotion to show its effect is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Scabal 1 % Lotion remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • 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 tendency has been reported for Scabal 1 % Lotion.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Scabal 1 % Lotion is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the lack of sufficient human safety data. Animal studies indicate that it may harm your foetus. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Scabal 1 % Lotion is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid using Scabal 1 % 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.

Neonates and premature infants

Scabal 1 % Lotion is not recommended for use in neonates and premature infants as this medicine penetrate easily into their skin and their liver will not be well developed to break down this medication. This may lead to serious side effects.

Uncontrolled seizure

A seizure is a condition in which nerve cell activity in your brain is disturbed, causing uncontrolled jerking of the body. Scabal 1 % Lotion is not recommended for use if you have seizures (fits) due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Scabal 1 % Lotion is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the lack of sufficient human safety data. Animal studies indicate that it may harm your foetus. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Scabal 1 % Lotion is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Neurotoxicity

Neurotoxicity refers to an undesired effect on the nervous system. The symptoms include numbness of limbs, weakness, loss of memory, cognitive and behavioural problems, etc. Scabal 1 % Lotion should be used with extreme caution as it may cause neurotoxicity.

Diseases

Inform your doctor if you have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, seizures (fits), head injury, liver disorder, etc. before using Scabal 1 % Lotion as it may increase the risk of seizures.

Skin disorder

Inform your doctor if you have any other skin conditions such as psoriasis (itchy skin with red scaly patches), dermatitis (skin irritation), etc. due to the increased risk of serious side effects with Scabal 1 % Lotion.

External use

Scabal 1 % Lotion is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your mouth and eyes. Rinse thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact.

Missed Dose

Scabal 1 % Lotion should be used only once. Hence, there is no possibility of missing a dose. Using this medicine more than once may cause serious side effects.

Overdose

Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with Scabal 1 % Lotion is suspected.
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

Ciprofloxacin

Ofloxacin

Amitriptyline

Norfloxacin

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.
Scabal 1 % Lotion is meant for external use only. Use this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor. Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. If the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help. Wait for at least one hour after bathing or showering before putting Scabal 1 % Lotion on the skin. Wet or warm skin can cause faster absorption of this medicine through the skin and increase the risk of side effects. Do not keep this medicine for more than 8-12 hours on your skin. Wash it with warm water after 8-12 hours. Do not use this medicine more than once to treat an attack of scabies. Itchy skin may persist for weeks even after the parasites are dead. Wash your clothes, towel, and bedsheet with hot water after using this medication to avoid the spread of this skin condition and the harmful side effects associated with the use of this lotion.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Scabal 1 % Lotion works by paralysing and killing the parasites and their eggs.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical anti-infectives, Scabicidal agent

Schedule

OTC

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