Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 18 May 2023 | 05:00 PM (UTC)

Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride Uses

Cetrimide+Gamma Benzene Hexachloride is used in the treatment of scabies.

How Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride works

Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride is a combination of two medicines: cetrimide and gamma benzene hexachloride. Cetrimide kills certain bacteria and fungi by damaging their protective covering. Gamma benzene hexachloride causes paralysis in parasites (lice and mites) by getting absorbed into them and kills them and their eggs.

Common side effects of Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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Medicine brands for Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹82 to ₹82

1 variant(s)

Nexoscab

Leeford Healthcare Ltd

₹89 to ₹89

1 variant(s)

Neoscab

Leeford Healthcare Ltd

Biochemix Health Care Pvt. Ltd.

Medi Access Solutions Private Limited

Expert advice for Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride

Make sure to thoroughly wash your hands before and after applying Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride.
Do not apply it on broken or crusted skin, or open skin sores.
Do not let it get in contact with the eyes, ears, nose, or mouth. Rinse with water if the drug accidentally gets in these areas.
Do not use a large amount of Cetrimide + Gamma Benzene Hexachloride or longer than prescribed, as it won’t deliver quick results and rather increase the risk of side effects.
Do not give it to other people with the same symptoms as yours, as it may worsen their condition.