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Eurax

Crotamiton

Formulated to alleviate severe scabies and itching to support skin healing and target dermal parasite infestations.

Active ingredient
Crotamiton
Route
Cutaneous use
Form
Cream
Strengths
20g

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Eurax, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Eurax vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Eurax details

Conditions
Scabies · Pruritus
Alternative names
crotamiton
Therapeutic class
Scabicide, Antipruritic Agent
Pharmacological class
Antipruritic
Contraindications
acute exudative dermatitis; hypersensitivity to crotamiton
Minor side effects
local skin redness; mild stinging
Moderate side effects
contact dermatitis; itching exacerbation; dry skin
Serious side effects
severe localised angioedema, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms
Cream
Administration route
Cutaneous use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
Westwood-Squibb
Onset Time
24 hours
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Age restrictions
Approved for adults. Use with caution in paediatric patients.
Patient summary

formulated to alleviate severe scabies and itching to support skin healing and target dermal parasite infestations.

Mechanism of action

Exerts scabicidal action against sarcoptes scabiei and possesses direct systemic antipruritic actions on skin terminals.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category C: Safety has not been systematically established. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.

What you will receive

Eurax is the originator brand name, made by Westwood-Squibb. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Westwood-Squibb.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Crotamiton is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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