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Benzo Soap is an anti-parasite medicine. It is used to treat scabies, a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin. It works by killing the mites and their eggs.

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana, PGDHHM, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 07 Jan 2026 | 03:33 PM (IST)
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Product introduction

Your doctor or pharmacist will explain how to use Benzo Soap and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly. It is for external use only and always use gloves while using it, especially when applying to another person. You should apply it on dry and clean skin and do not cover the affected area with clothes. You should not use it if you have an open wound on the skin. In case of accidental contact with the eyes, mouth, or nose, wash it off immediately with plenty of water.

It may cause side effects such as itching, numbness, tingling or pricking sensation, headache, and dry skin, etc. Some people also experience hair loss and drowsiness. If any of these effects bother you then it is better to consult the doctor.

Before using it, you should inform the doctor if you are suffering from seizures or fits. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid using this medicine.

Uses of Benzo Soap

Benefits of Benzo Soap

Scabies
Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin. Benzo Soap is an anti-parasite medicine. It works by paralyzing and killing the mites and their eggs. Generally, the cream should be applied to the whole body except the face but follow your doctor’s advice. It should be thoroughly washed off after 8-12 hours. Often one application is enough to treat the condition completely but sometimes a second one may be required a week later. This will get rid of the itching, swelling, and redness caused by mites. However, dead mites may still make you itch for some time.

Side effects of Benzo Soap

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Benzo
  • Hair loss
  • Rash
  • Erythematous rash
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Convulsion
  • Itching
  • Dry skin
  • Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
  • Numbness
  • Tremors

How to use Benzo Soap

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

How Benzo Soap works

Benzo Soap is an antiparasitic medicines. It works by killing the tiny insects (mites) and their eggs, which cause scabies.

All substitutes for Benzo Soap

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

  • Benzo Soap is used for the treatment of scabies.
  • While applying the solution, make sure your hands are clean and dry.
  • Always use gloves while applying the lotion, especially when applying to another person.
  • Avoid contact with another person, especially babies after applying the lotion to your body.
  • Do not cover the affected area of the skin with dressing or a bandage after applying Benzo Soap.
  • Do not use this lotion within 1 hour of bathing or wet skin.
  • Do not apply Benzo Soap near your eyes or on broken and wounded skin. In case of contact with the eyes, immediately wash with water and if needed consult your doctor. 
  • Do not apply more than the recommended amount of Benzo Soap as it may be harmful.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Benzo Soap during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Benzo Soap may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

No interaction found/established
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established

Interaction with drugs

Taking Benzo with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Moderate

Warfarin (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Lindane may increase the metabolism of Warfarin.

Frequently asked questions

No. Benzo Soap is not available over-the-counter. It is sold only upon the prescription by a registered medical practitioner
Yes. Benzo Soap does kill scabies, lice eggs and nits. However, if you do not see any effects, do not use Benzo Soap more than once and consult the doctor
Benzo Soap is safe when used at prescribed dose and duration as recommended doctor.
Benzo Soap is used to treat scabies and to relieve itching and skin irritation associated with sunburn, dry eczema (type of itchy skin rash), dermatitis (red and itchy skin), allergic rashes, hives, nettle rash, chickenpox, heat rashes, personal itching, insect bites and stings.
You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Benzo Soap cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. Remember, it is important to wash your hands before and after applying Benzo Soap.
At the beginning of the treatment, Benzo Soap is usually used once daily in the evening. The area should not be washed after applying Benzo Soap. Leave it overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.
If you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation, discontinue the medicine and consult the doctor.
Use Benzo Soap only on your skin. Keep it away from your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Benzo Soap on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Benzo Soap on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. This is because Benzo Soap can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Benzo Soap. Avoid contact with hair as Benzo Soap has strong bleaching properties. Consult your doctor for any other query related to Benzo Soap.
The initial dose is preferably once daily in the evening. Later, the doctor will gradually increase the dose to twice daily (most probably morning and evening) depending upon the requirement.
You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. You may need to use this treatment for a longer duration to gain maximum benefit. Do not worry, this is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, talk to your doctor immediately.
You may apply moisturizer an hour after applying Benzo Soap. Consult your doctor in case of any doubt or concern.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cyclohexyl halides

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Ectoparasiticides

References

  1. Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1054.
  2. Burkhart C, Morrell D, Goldsmith L. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1818-19.
  3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 802.
  4. MedlinePlus. Lindane. [Accessed 03 Apr, 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Lindane. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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