Gamascab 1% Lotion
About Gamascab 1% Lotion
Gamascab 1% Lotion is used for treating lice and scabies. It comes as a topical lotion for the skin and shampoo for hair and scalp. Gamascab 1% Lotion is also used in agricultural insecticides. Also note that Gamascab 1% Lotion is used for treatment of these conditions and does not help in prevention.
Do not use Gamascab 1% Lotion on the skin; avoid taking it in mouth and protect it from getting in the eyes; if it gets in your eyes, wash them immediately with cold water, and seek medical attention if you have a persistent burning feeling. Do not use Gamascab 1% Lotion if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of the lotion or the shampoo. Also people who have a history of seizures or skin conditions should avoid using this medication.
The common side effects noticed with use of Gamascab 1% Lotion are burning sensations, itching, dryness, numbness or tingling of the skin and rash. Some side effects can be serious and you should seek immediate medical attention. These include dizziness, drowsiness, severe headache, seizures, shaking of your body that you cannot control.
Symptoms of overdose include vomiting, restlessness, ataxia, seizures, arrhythmias, pulmonary edema, hematuria, hepatitis. Absorbed through skin and mucous membranes and GI tract, has occasionally caused serious CNS, hepatic and renal toxicity when used excessively for prolonged periods, or when accidental ingestion has occurred.
If ingested, perform gastric lavage and general supportive measures; diazepam 0.01 mg/kg can be used to control seizures. Consult a doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, your weight is less than 50 kg, or if you drink a lot of alcohol.
For external use only. Do not apply to face and avoid getting in eyes. Do not apply immediately after hot soapy bath. Apply from neck to toes. Bathe to remove drug after 8-12 hours. Repeat in 7 days if lice or nits are still present.
Clothing and bedding must be washed in hot water or dry cleaned to kill nits. Wash combs and brushes with lindane shampoo and thoroughly rinse. May need to treat all members of household and all sexual contacts concurrently. Report if condition persists or infection occurs.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Gamascab 1% Lotion ?
Hypersensitivity
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Gamascab 1% Lotion ?
Rash
Skin Irritation
Skin Redness
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Gamascab 1% Lotion
Is It safe with alcohol?
No interaction found
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Gamascab 1% Lotion ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Gamascab 1% Lotion , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Nit N Mite 1% Lotion
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
- Scabisin 1% Lotion
Torque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Alscab 1% Emulsion
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Swiscab 1% Emulsion
Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
- Olscab 1% Lotion
Olcare Laboratories
- Pediscab 1% Lotion
Indica Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Swiscab 1% Lotion
Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
- Gamaric 1% Lotion
Euphoric Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Welscab Lotion
Bliss Gvs Pharma Limited
- Gamabiol 1% Lotion
Dales Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medicine is used for treating scabies and lice. It belongs to the class of organochloride insecticide that has parasitical action and gets absorbed into the parasites exoskeleton and their ova. However, they are approved as a second-line treatment only.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Gamascab 1% Lotion ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Medicine
Interaction with Disease
FAQs about Gamascab 1% Lotion
Ques : What is Gamascab 1% Lotion used for?
Ans : Gamascab 1% Lotion is used for treating lice and scabies.
Ques : What is the duration of the effect of Gamascab 1% Lotion?
Ans : The effect of Gamascab 1% Lotion lasts for approximately 3 hours.
Ques : Where is Gamascab 1% Lotion approved?
Ans : Gamascab 1% Lotion is approved in India and the USA.
Ques : Should Gamascab 1% Lotion be taken with a meal or without a meal?
Ans : The effectiveness of Gamascab 1% Lotion does not depend on a meal, it can be taken either way.
Ques : Does Gamascab 1% Lotion lead to neurotoxicity?
Ans : Gamascab 1% Lotion should be used with caution as it increases the risk of neurotoxicity.
Ques : What is the half-life of Gamascab 1% Lotion?
Ans : The half-life of Gamascab 1% Lotion is approximately 18 hours.
Ques : What are the storage indications of Gamascab 1% Lotion?
Ans : Gamascab 1% Lotion should be stored at room temperature away from direct heat and humidity.
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