Gamma benzene hexachloride, is an insecticide and is used to treat scabies and pediculosis. Scabies is a skin infection caused by mites. Pediculosis is the infestation of lice in the hairy parts of the body, especially the scalp. These conditions are contagious and spread from one person to another with direct contact. Symptoms include rashes and persistent itching in the infected area, which worsens in the night-time.Gamma benzene hexachloride belongs to a class of drugs called ectoparasiticides.
USES
- Treatment of skin infection
- Treatment of lice infection
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Scabies: Apply a thin layer of 0.1% topical preparation to all skin surfaces, from the neck to the toes, if you have scabies. After 8 to 12 hours, thoroughly wash the substance off the body with warm water.
Pediculosis: Apply 30–60 ml of 0.1% shampoo to dry hair for pediculosis. Massage into hair for 4 minutes, then add a little water at a time to create a lather. Right away, rinse thoroughly until no more suds are visible. Use a fine-toothed comb to comb the hair after it has dried. Most of the time, a single treatment is adequate; if not, another pediculicide may be used in a week.
WARNINGS
- Keep out of reach of children
- For external use only
- Store in a cool, dry and dark place
