Permethrin is used to treat scabies which is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that irritate your skin. This medication works by killing the mites and their eggs. METHRAX is specially used for the skin. It is one of the first medicine that is prescribed by the doctors to cure a scabies infection. Permethrin cream 5 % 30 GM is safe for the infants but should be 2 months old.

How to Use This Medication?

• Apply the cream as directed by the doctor.
• Usually, it should be applied to the whole body including scalp, palms and soles.
• Do not apply to the face.
• Leave the medication or at least 8 to 12 hours then rinse it off by water.
• Do not apply more medicine than prescribed.

Positive Effects of Permethrin

It works very well on the infection. A single application of the cream cures the 50% scabies infection. The itching also decreases within 24 hours. The people who have crushed scabies need to apply multiple times. It is quite necessary to follow the proper treatment to cure scabies.