Uses
What the official label says Permethrin is used for
The FDA label for Permethrin states:
Permethrin cream 5% is indicated for the treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies).
Read the label's “Indications and usage” section (verbatim)
Permethrin cream 5% is indicated for the treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies).
Names & forms
Brand names, forms and strengths
Brand names (from RxNorm; not every brand is still sold): Acticin, Elimite, Nix Cream Rinse.
Generic name: permethrin · RxNorm ID (RxCUI): 33199
| Form | Strengths listed in RxNorm |
|---|---|
| Medicated Shampoo | 10 MG/ML |
| Topical Cream | 50 MG/ML |
Strengths are listed so you can recognise a product — not as dosing information. Only your prescriber can decide what is right for you.
Appearance
What Permethrin looks like
| Strength | Form | Colour | Shape | Size | Imprint | Score | Labeler |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| permethrin 50 mg per g | cream | white“off-white” | — | — | — | — | Northstar Rx LLC |
From the product data in each manufacturer's label on DailyMed. Many companies make Permethrin, so your medicine may look different from any shown here. If a pill looks unfamiliar, ask your pharmacist before taking it.
Read the label's “How supplied” section (verbatim)
Permethrin cream 5% is available as follows: 60 g tube ( NDC 43598-481-60)
Safety
Important warnings for Permethrin
If hypersensitivity to permethrin cream 5% occurs, discontinue use.
Contraindications — who should not use it (verbatim)
Permethrin cream 5% is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of its components, to any synthetic pyrethroid or pyrethrin.
Warnings and precautions (verbatim excerpt)
If hypersensitivity to permethrin cream 5% occurs, discontinue use.
Side effects — opening of the label's adverse reactions section
In clinical trials, generally mild and transient burning and stinging followed application with permethrin cream 5% in 10% of patients and was associated with the severity of infestation. Pruritus was reported in 7% of patients at various times post-application. Erythema, numbness, tingling, and rash were reported in 1 to 2% or less of patients (see PRECAUTIONS-General ). Other adverse events reported since marketing permethrin cream 5% include: headache, fever, dizziness, abdominal pain, diarrhea and nausea and/or vomiting. Although extremely uncommon and not expected when used as directed (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ), rare occurrences of seizure have been reported. None have been medically confirmed as associated with permethrin cream 5% treatment. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Dr. …
This is not a complete list of warnings or side effects. Read the full label and talk to your prescriber or pharmacist. To report a side effect to the FDA, use MedWatch.
Resources
If you were hurt at work
Whether a medicine is right for you is a decision for your prescriber. If you were injured on the job, these educational guides explain the next steps and who can help.
- Injured at work? →What to do after a workplace injury and how workers' comp generally works.
- Prescription home delivery →How mail-order pharmacies can deliver prescriptions to your door.
- Find help →Connect with workers' comp attorneys and doctors who take work-injury cases.
- Pharmacies near you →Search local pharmacies by ZIP code.