Unix Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unix Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Medicine Overview of Unix Cream 5% Cream
Introduction
Unix Cream is an antiparasitic medication. It is used to treat scabies, a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin. This medicine works by killing the insects (mites) and their eggs. Your doctor will explain how to use Unix Cream and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly. Your skin should be clean, dry and cool before using it. Your whole body should be washed thoroughly 8-14 hours after you have used this medicine. Most people only need to use it once to treat their condition...
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Uses of Unix Cream
Scabies
Side effects of Unix Cream
Common
Skin burn
Stinging sensation
How to use Unix Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Unix Cream works
Unix Cream is an antiparasitic medication. It works by killing the tiny insects (mites) and their eggs, which cause scabies. It also kills head lice which attach to your scalp and irritate it.
What if you forget to take Unix Cream?
If you miss a dose of Unix Cream, please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
HHMite Cream is prescribed for the treatment of scabies( a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin).
It also comes as a lotion, which can be used for the treatment of head lice.
It should be used as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
If the condition persists after 14 days of treatment then the doctor may suggest another treatment.
Apply a thin layer of this medicine all over the body and leave it for 8-14 hours before taking a bath or shower.
Avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
Brief Description
Indication
Scabies, Pediculosis pubis
Adult Dose
Topical
Scabies
Adult: (30 gm tube) : A full tube.
Apply to skin surfaces from neck to toes. Wash off after 8-14 hr.
May reapply in 7 days
Pediculosis capitis, Pediculosis pubis
Apply to washed hair and leave on for 10 mins before rinsing with water.
May reapply in 7 days
Child Dose
Topical
Scabies
Children over 12 years(30 gm tube) : A full tube.
Children aged 6-12 years : Up to 1/2 of a tube.
Children aged 1-5 years : Up to 1/4 of a tube.
Children aged 2 months to 1 year: Up to 1/8 of a tube.
Apply to skin surfaces from neck to toes. Wash off after 8-14 hr.
May reapply in 7 days
Pediculosis capitis, Pediculosis pubis
Apply to washed hair and leave on for 10 mins before rinsing with water.
May reapply in 7 days
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Permethrin is a pyrethroid pediculocide and scabicide. It causes paralysis and death of the pest by inhibiting sodium ion influx through nerve cell membrane channels delaying repolarisation.
Precaution
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Cross-sensitivity may occur with ragweed or chrysanthemums. History of asthma. Pregnancy and lactation.
Lactation: Not known if distributed in breast milk; may temporarily withhold the drug while the mother is nursing
Side Effect
1-10%
Mild and transient burning and stinging (10%)
Pruritus (7%)
Interaction
Mild and transient burning, stinging, pruritus, erythema, tingling, numbness, rash; difficulty in breathing; phototoxic or photosensitisation reactions.
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