Elimite

Note: The below information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of Elimite is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your doctor before you buy Elimite online.

What is Elimite?
This medication is a skin cream is used to treat scabies. Scabies occurs when a certain type of mite ("itch mite") buries itself underneath the skin. This leads to itching and redness of the skin. Scabies can spread over your whole body and can look like a skin rash.

What should I check before I use Elimite?
Please verify if you have any of these conditions: asthma, an unusual or allergic reaction to veterinary or household insecticides, an unusual or allergic reaction to permethrin, other medicines, chrysanthemums, foods, dyes, or preservatives, pregnant or trying to get pregnant, breast-feeding.

How should I use Elimite?
The medication is for external use only, do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the label.

A bath or shower is NOT recommended before applying Elimite cream. Thoroughly rub the medication cream into all skin surfaces, going from your head down to the soles of your feet, because it is important to apply Elimite cream everywhere on your body, not just where the rash is. Apply Elimite between fingers and toe creases, in the folds of the wrist and waistline, in the cleft of the buttocks, on the genitals, and in the belly button. Use a toothpick to apply the medication beneath your fingernails and toenails. Nails should be cut short. If you have little or no hair, or you are applying the medication to an infant or young child, make sure you rub the cream into the neck, scalp, hairline, temples, and forehead. Leave Elimite cream on for eight to fourteen hours, then remove it by bathing and shampooing.

What if I miss a dose of Elimite?
The medication is used as a single dose, so this does not apply.

What drug(s) may interact with Elimite?
On the questionnaire needed to buy Elimite, inform of any other skin cream or lotion on your body other than Elimite as these may affect the way your medication works.

What side effects may I notice from using Elimite?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor as soon as possible: None.

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor if they continue or are bothersome): itching, numbness, rash, redness or mild swelling of the skin, stinging or burning, tingling sensation.

What precautions should I take while taking Elimite?
If you are using Elimite for scabies, it is not unusual for itching and rash to continue for as long as two to four weeks after treatment. These symptoms may be a temporary reaction to the remains of the mites. This does not mean the Elimite cream did not work or that it needs to be reapplied. If you feel that the itching and rash is intense or if it continues beyond four weeks, talk to your doctor right away.

Using a regular washing cycle, you should wash all clothing, towels and bed linen that has touched your skin. You don't need to rewash clean clothing that has not yet been worn. Coats, furniture, rugs, floors, and walls do not need to be cleaned in any special manner.

Scabies is spread by direct skin contact with an infected person. Family members and sexual contacts may require treatment with Elimite. You should discuss this with your doctor.

If you are applying Elimite to another person, wear plastic or disposable gloves to protect yourself from infestation. Keep the medication away from your eyes. If you accidentally get some in your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with water.

Can I overdose with Elimite?
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Where can I keep my Elimite?
Keep out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze.Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.