Benzalkonium / Cypermethrin / Polihexanide
This is a topical multi-ingredient medication combining an insecticide, antiseptic, and preservative. It is primarily used to treat parasitic skin infestations such as scabies and lice while also providing protection against secondary bacterial infections. The combination makes it particularly useful for infected or at-risk skin conditions.
Topical anti-parasitic medication for treating scabies and lice with built-in antimicrobial protection.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 2741182
- Generic
- Benzalkonium / Cypermethrin / Polihexanide
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of scabies (caused by Sarcoptes scabiei mites), head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis), body lice, and crab lice. May also be used for other parasitic skin infestations where secondary bacterial infection is a concern.
Cypermethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid that acts on the nervous system of parasites, causing paralysis and death. Benzalkonium chloride provides antiseptic/preservative properties and may enhance the anti-parasitic effect. Polihexanide (PHMB) offers additional antimicrobial protection against bacteria commonly associated with skin lesions.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, and mucous membranes. Do not use on broken or inflamed skin unless directed by a physician. May cause skin irritation, burning, or redness. Not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice. Apply as directed, typically allowing the product to remain on skin for the specified time before washing off.
Official drug label
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