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11 Treatments for Scabies

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1	Medical Procedures

3	Prescribed Medications

1	Over the Counter Medications

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1	Herbs and Supplements

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Several types of lotions (1% lindane or 5% permethrin) can be applied to the body, and left on for 12-24 hours. This is usually sufficient, although it may be reapplied after a week if mites remain. Preparations containing lindane should not be used to treat pregnant women and i...[read article]

Tests for Scabies

1. Burrow Ink Test
2. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
3. Wood Light Exam The Wood's lamp examination is a procedure that uses transillumination (light) to detect bacterial or fungal skin infections. It also can detect skin pigment d... More
4. Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) Skin Test A skin lesion KOH exam is a simple skin test to check if an infection in the skin is caused by fungus. KOH stands for potassium (K), oxygen (O), and hydrogen (H). T... More
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Medical Procedures for Scabies

1. Treatment of Close Contacts
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Prescribed Medications for Scabies

1. ivermectin(Stromectol ) IVERMECTIN (eye ver MEK tin) is an anti-infective. It is used to treat infections of some parasites. More
2. permethrin topical(Elimite , others...) Close This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. More
3. crotamiton topical(Eurax )
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Over the Counter Medications for Scabies

1. permethrin topical(Nix Cream Rinse , others...) Close This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. More
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Self Care for Scabies

1. Soak Affected Area in Cool Water
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Herbs and Supplements for Scabies What's this?

1. turmeric extract The rhizome (root) of turmeric ( Curcuma longa Linn.) has long been used in traditional Asian medicine to treat gastrointestinal upset, arthritic pain, and low ener... More Efficacy Grade C
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