Crotamiton (Topical)
Brand Names : Eurax Cream, Eurax Lotion
Proper Use of This MedicineKeep crotamiton away from the mouth. It may be harmful if swallowed
.
Use this medicine only as directed
. Do not use
it more often than your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance of
side effects.
Keep crotamiton away from the eyes and other mucous
membranes
, such as the inside of the nose. It may cause irritation.
If you should accidentally get some in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with
water at once.
This medicine usually comes with patient directions. Read them carefully
before using.
If you take a bath or shower before using this medicine, dry the skin well
before applying crotamiton.
For patients using this medicine for scabies
:
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Apply enough medicine to cover the entire skin surface from the chin
down, and rub in well. This applies especially to folds and creases in the
skin and to the hands, feet (including the soles), between fingers and toes,
and moist areas (such as underarms and groin).
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Do not wash off the first coat of this medicine.
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Apply a second coat of this medicine 24 hours after the first one.
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The next day, put on freshly washed or dry-cleaned clothing and change
bedding in order to prevent reinfection.
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Then, 48 hours after the second application of this medicine, take
a cleansing bath to remove the medicine.
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Your sexual partners, especially, and all members of your household
may need to be treated also, since the infection may spread to persons in
close contact. If these persons are not being treated or if you have any questions
about this, check with your doctor.
Dosing - The dose of crotamiton will be different for
different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the
directions on the label
. The following information includes only the
average doses of crotamiton. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so.
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For topical
dosage forms (cream and lotion):
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For scabies:
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Adults - Use two times. Apply one time the first day, and one
time the second day. For severe cases, treatment may be repeated one time
after one week.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For pruritus:
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Adults - Use when necessary according to the directions on the
label or your doctor's instructions.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Keep the medicine from freezing.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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