{"product_id":"scarin-permethrin-5-cream-30g","title":"Scarin Permethrin 5% Cream 30g","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScarin Permethrin 5% Cream\u003c\/b\u003e is a first-line, prescription topical medication primarily used to treat \u003cb\u003escabies\u003c\/b\u003e, a highly contagious skin infestation caused by tiny burrowing mites (\u003ci\u003eSarcoptes scabiei\u003c\/i\u003e). It works as a neurotoxin that paralyzes and kills both the mites and their eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Apply It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor the treatment to succeed, you must follow specific application steps precisely: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreparation\u003c\/b\u003e: Take a shower or bath, then let your skin cool completely and dry thoroughly before applying. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication\u003c\/b\u003e: Massage the cream into the skin from the \u003cb\u003eneck down to the soles of the feet\u003c\/b\u003e. Pay close attention to skin folds, creases, wrists, underarms, between fingers\/toes, under fingernails, and the groin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial Cases\u003c\/b\u003e: For infants (older than 2 months) and the elderly, the hairline, neck, scalp, and forehead should also be treated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDuration\u003c\/b\u003e: Leave the medication on the skin for \u003cb\u003e8 to 14 hours\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eReapplication\u003c\/b\u003e: If you wash your hands or any other treated area during the treatment window, you must \u003cb\u003ereapply\u003c\/b\u003e the cream to those areas immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRemoval\u003c\/b\u003e: Thoroughly wash the cream off by taking a shower or bath after the timeline is complete. Put on completely clean clothes. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepeat Dosing\u003c\/b\u003e: While one application is often curative, guidelines frequently recommend a \u003cb\u003esecond application 7 to 14 days later\u003c\/b\u003e to eliminate any newly hatched mites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCritical Eradication Steps\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTreating your skin is only half the battle. To prevent reinfection, you must complete environmental decontamination:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHousehold Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e: All household members and close physical contacts should be treated \u003cb\u003eat the same time\u003c\/b\u003e, even if they do not show symptoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDecontaminate Linens\u003c\/b\u003e: Wash all bedding, towels, and clothing used in the past 3 days in \u003cb\u003ehot water\u003c\/b\u003e, and dry them on the high-heat cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeal Non-Washables\u003c\/b\u003e: Items that cannot be washed should be sealed in a plastic bag for \u003cb\u003eat least 72 hours\u003c\/b\u003e to starve the mites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe \"Scabies Itch\"\u003c\/b\u003e: It is normal for skin itching to continue or even worsen for up to \u003cb\u003e4 weeks after successful treatment\u003c\/b\u003e. This is an allergic reaction to the dead mites, not a sign that the medication failed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e: Mild skin irritation, burning, stinging, redness, or dryness may occur temporarily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge Restrictions\u003c\/b\u003e: Safe for adults and children \u003cb\u003e2 months of age and older\u003c\/b\u003e. It is generally avoided in infants under 2 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/b\u003e: Do not apply to the face (unless directed), broken skin, eyes, or mucous membranes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53686851731756,"sku":null,"price":1420.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/scarin-cream.webp?v=1786358161","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/scarin-permethrin-5-cream-30g","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}