Ascabis 1.25 gm/5 ml Solution

Topical scabicide (emulsion/lotion 25%) for:

• Scabies
• Head and body lice (second-line)

Adults: after a warm (not hot) bath, apply the 25% emulsion over the whole body from the neck down; let it dry. Repeat once without bathing within 24 hours (or after 12 hours), then wash off 24 hours after the last application. Some regimens repeat after 5–7 days.

Children: dilute before use — 2–12 years: 1 part emulsion + 1 part water (12.5%); infants: 1 part + 3 parts water (≈6%), on medical advice; permethrin is generally preferred in children.

• Treat all household members at the same time; wash clothes and bedding in hot water.

• Broken, inflamed or infected skin
• Allergy to benzyl benzoate
• Contact with eyes and mucous membranes

Common: burning and stinging for a few minutes after application, skin irritation, itching.

Less common: contact dermatitis, dryness.

• Itching may continue for 2–4 weeks after successful treatment.

• Keep away from the eyes, face and genitals' mucous membranes; rinse with water if contact occurs.
• Not for use on broken skin.
• Very irritating for young children — use diluted and only on advice.
• For external use only — do not swallow.

Use only if needed and on medical advice; permethrin is preferred in pregnancy. Avoid application to the breasts while breastfeeding.

No significant interactions with external use.

If swallowed: vomiting, convulsions (especially in children) — seek emergency care.

Store below 30°C, protected from light.