Nit N Mite 1% Lotion

Nit N Mite 1% Lotion is used for treating lice and scabies. It comes as a topical lotion for the skin and shampoo for hair and scalp. Nit N Mite 1% Lotion is also used in agricultural insecticides. Also note that Nit N Mite 1% Lotion is used for treatment of these conditions and does not help in prevention.

Do not use Nit N Mite 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 Nit N Mite 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 Nit N Mite 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.

• Scabies

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.

• 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.

• Rash

• Skin Irritation

• Itching

• Skin Redness

• Dizziness

• Contact Dermatitis

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.

• 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.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Nit N Mite 1% Lotion , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Gamascab 1% Lotion

  NuLife Pharmaceuticals

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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

  Increased toxicity: Oil-based hair dressing may increase toxic potential.

• Interaction with Disease

  Not considered a drug of first choice; use with caution in infants and small children, and patients with a history of seizures; avoid contact with face, eyes, mucous membranes, and urethral meatus. Because of the potential for systemic absorption and CNS side effects, lindane should be used with caution; consider permethrin or crotamiton agent first.

• Ques : What is Nit N Mite 1% Lotion used for?

  Ans : Nit N Mite 1% Lotion is used for treating lice and scabies.

• Ques : What is the duration of the effect of Nit N Mite 1% Lotion?

  Ans : The effect of Nit N Mite 1% Lotion lasts for approximately 3 hours.

• Ques : Where is Nit N Mite 1% Lotion approved?

  Ans : Nit N Mite 1% Lotion is approved in India and the USA.

• Ques : Should Nit N Mite 1% Lotion be taken with a meal or without a meal?

  Ans : The effectiveness of Nit N Mite 1% Lotion does not depend on a meal, it can be taken either way.

• Ques : Does Nit N Mite 1% Lotion lead to neurotoxicity?

  Ans : Nit N Mite 1% Lotion should be used with caution as it increases the risk of neurotoxicity.

• Ques : What is the half-life of Nit N Mite 1% Lotion?

  Ans : The half-life of Nit N Mite 1% Lotion is approximately 18 hours.

• Ques : What are the storage indications of Nit N Mite 1% Lotion?

  Ans : Nit N Mite 1% Lotion should be stored at room temperature away from direct heat and humidity.