Scabies Treatment With Eurax
Caused by the sarcoptes scabiei mite, scabies is a highly contagious skin condition that causes an itchy skin rash. One common treatment for scabies is Eurax, a brand name of the topical prescription medication crotamiton cream.
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Function
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Although doctors do not completely understand how, Eurax works by killing the mites that cause the scabies infection, explains RxList. The cream also relieves the inflammation that leads to itching, alleviating your symptoms while the condition clears.
Directions for Use
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To treat scabies, apply Eurax all over your body from the chin down, and repeat 24 hours later. Two days after your second treatment, take a thorough bath to remove the medication and any remnants of the mites, suggests RxList.
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Features
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To prevent a second infection from scabies, be sure to change your bed linens after your second application.
Risks
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Infrequently, patients develop an allergic reaction to Eurax, causing skin hives.
Considerations
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If your skin is very inflamed or oozing, your doctor is not likely to prescribe Eurax, because the medication may make the condition worse, cautions the Mayo Clinic.
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