Paxib 5% Cream

Paxib 5% Cream ia primarily used as single application treatment of infestation with Pediculus humanus capitis (head louse) and its nits or Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies). For external use only. Do not apply to face and avoid contact with eyes or mucous membrane.

Paxib 5% Cream is used for the treatment of scabies which is caused by a mite/lice infestation on your skin. You have to apply this ointment only in the specified areas. It should not be used in sensitive areas like the eyes, nose, and mouth. Paxib 5% Cream belongs to the class of medicine termed as pyrethrins.

You have to get a check-up if you still feel discomfort from scabies, persist after the use of this medicine to check if the mites are still physically present on your skin surface. This medicine needs to be washed off with water 8-14 hours after application.

Clothing and bedding must be washed in hot water or dry cleaned to kill nits. May need to treat all members of household and all sexual contacts concurrently. Wash all combs and brushes with permethrin and thoroughly rinse.

Apply from neck to toes. Bathe to remove drug after 8-14 hours before washing off. Repeat in 7 days if lice or nits are still present. Report if condition persists or infection occurs.

Paxib 5% Cream was shown to be safe and effective when applied to an infant <1 month of age with neonatal scabies; time of application was limited to 6 hours before rinsing with soap and water.

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.

• Lice Manifestation

• 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.

• Allergy

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.

• Itching Or Rash

• Redness Of Skin

• Infected And Pus Filled Areas On The Skin And Scalp

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 long is the duration of effect?

  The duration through which this medicine remains effective depends on the person involved. The average time is 8 to 10 days.

• What is the onset of action?

  This medicine starts giving use within 15 to 30 minutes of applying on the area affected.

• Is it habit forming?

  Habit forming tendencies have not been observed for this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  This medicine’s interaction with alcohol has not been observed sufficiently. However, alcohol reduces the efficiency of a lot of medicines and you should talk to your doctor before you consume alcohol along with this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine does not pose any hazard to the fetus and you can consume it while pregnant. However, you should ask your doctor to specify the dosage.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine should be avoided by lactating mothers, if possible. If you are still using it, you should not breastfeed after you have applied this ointment to respective body parts. Also, you should consult your doctor before use.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Sufficient information is not available on whether you can drive while consuming this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  This medicine has not been known to interfere with the treatment of kidney disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  This medicine has not been observed to harm the liver, or interfere with treatment for liver disease.

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 Paxib 5% Cream , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• P Thrin 5% Cream

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Permarid 5% Cream

  Micro Labs Ltd

• Permebiol 5% Cream

  Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

• Peroscab 5% Cream

  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Peroscabiz 5% Cream

  Mankind 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?

  This medicine is applied only one time on a particular person’s skin for treatment. The medicine isn’t required multiple times, and therefore there is no danger of missing one particular dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek medical help if you suspect an overdose from the symptoms. Also, if this medicine gets into sensitive areas like the nose, mouth or genitals, there might be serious ill effects to your health. Consult your doctor in these cases also.

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.

• India

• United States

• Japan

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 behaves as a neurotoxin and interferes with the neural transmission. As a result, paralysis of the outer structure and eventually lysis of the parasite happens.

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 Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Medicine

  No data reported.

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Treatment may temporarily exacerbate the symptoms of itching, redness, swelling; for external use only; use during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

• Ques : What is Paxib 5% Cream?

  Ans : This drug is an antiparasitic medication that is used to treat skin-related infections.

• Ques : What Paxib 5% Cream is used for?

  Ans : This medication is used to treat Scabies. It is also used for lice manifestation.

• Ques : What are the common side effects of Paxib 5% Cream?

  Ans : The most common side effects patients may face includes Itching Or Rash, Redness of Skin, Infected and Pus Filled Areas on the Skin and Scalp, etc.

• Ques : Is Paxib 5% Cream effective?

  Ans : This medication is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

• Ques : How long does Paxib 5% Cream take to show its effects?

  Ans : You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. However, you may need to use this treatment for a longer duration to gain maximum benefit. Do not worry, this is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, inform your doctor.

• Ques : Is Paxib 5% Cream available over the counter?

  Ans : No, this drug is not available over the counter, rather, it can be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.

• Ques : What if I forget to take a dose of Paxib 5% Cream?

  Ans : If you have missed a dose of this drug, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose.

• Ques : Is Paxib 5% Cream safe?

  Ans : This drug is safe if used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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