Eurax Lotion
Crotamiton lotion for scabies and itching. The liquid spreads easily over large areas.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Crotamiton
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Cream
- Strengths
- 60ml
Prescription and consultation requirements for Eurax Lotion vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Eurax Lotion details
- Alternative names
- crotamiton
- Therapeutic class
- Scabicide, Antipruritic Agent
- Pharmacological class
- Antipruritic
- Contraindications
- acute inflammatory skin conditions
- Minor side effects
- mild burning; skin dryness
- Moderate side effects
- skin redness; local itching; dermatitis
- Serious side effects
- severe cutaneous hypersensitivity, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Manufacturer
- Ranbaxy
- Onset Time
- 24 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults. Use with caution in children.
Patient summary
Crotamiton lotion for scabies and itching. The liquid spreads easily over large areas.
Mechanism of action
Kills sarcoptes scabiei mites and provides a direct, non-specific calming effect on cutaneous sensory nerves.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Limited documentation. Use if indicated. Breastfeeding: Do not apply near breasts.