CROTAMITON

Antibacterial Activity

Use for the eradication of scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei) and for symptomatic treatment of pruritic skin

Pregnancy Risk Factor

Category C

Contraindication/Precaution

Hypersensitivity to crotamiton or any component
Do not used on inflamed or raw skin
Avoid contact with face, eyes, mucous membranes, and urethral meatus
Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established

Mechanism of Action

Mechanism of action unknown

Pharmacodynamics/Kinetics

Metabolism: 
N/A
Half-life: 
N/A
Elimination: 
N/A

Dosage

Children and Adults:

Scabicide:
apply from chin to toes qd for 2 days, bathe 48h after last application
Pruritus:
apply to affected area prn

Dosage In Renal Failure

Creatinine clearance (ml/min):
N/A
Dialysis
Hemo: N/A
CAPD: N/A