Scabies aerosol

Are you plagued by scabies? You can get rid of it in just 24 hours if you choose the right aerosol for scabies.

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Indications for the use of aerosols for scabies

Scabies is considered a rather complex disease that is difficult to cure, despite the fact that today there are many different drugs for it. The fact is that almost all drugs act only on the first stage of the mite's development (metamorphic). Therefore, it is not recommended to use the same drug a second time.

Indications for the use of aerosols for scabies are as follows: if you have noticed small rashes on your body that itch a little, so-called scabies passages have begun to develop.

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Pharmacodynamics

Since the most popular aerosol for scabies is "Spregal", its pharmacodynamics will be described here. The composition of the drug includes esdepallerin - a special poison that is used to kill insects. The action of this drug has the following mechanism: cation exchange in the membranes of nerve cells is disrupted. The effect of esdepallerin is enhanced by another substance - piperonyl butoxide.

Pharmacokinetics

We will consider the pharmacokinetics of the most popular aerosol for scabies "Spregal". An hour after you spray the drug on the body, its substances are detected in the blood (especially esdepallerin). After 24 hours, the amount of substances in the blood plasma becomes minimal. In some patients, the concentration does not even appear. After two days, no components of the drug are noticeable in the body.

Names of aerosols for scabies

Permethrin. Available as a spray. Often used to treat scabies and pediculosis. The main contraindications to the use of this drug include: allergy to the substances included in the product, breastfeeding, it is not recommended for children under one year of age to use the drug. It should also not be used for other skin diseases.

Para-plus. This product is combined and is used to treat scabies and pediculosis. When using, try not to get it into your eyes. The product is distinguished by its good tolerability.

A-PAR. A popular disinfectant, which also has an antiparasitic effect. The aerosol for scabies contains esdepalletrin and piperonyl butoxide. This product is also great for disinfecting clothing and household items. The aerosol is not recommended for use by pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding.

Spregal

The preparation contains a special substance - esdepallerin and piperonyl butoxide. Thanks to this, scabies goes away very quickly. The aerosol is suitable for both adults and children. The preparation can even be used for babies, but cover their mouths with a napkin beforehand. It is better to use it in the evening so that the aerosol works at night. After this, put on clean clothes and do not wash for at least 12 hours, then wash with soap and wipe the skin well. To prevent other family members from getting infected, they must be treated as well. Side effects include: slight burning on the skin.

If you need to treat your baby's face, you can soak a cotton swab in the spray and wipe the skin with it. If you have to change diapers often, you should spray the product on the skin again.

During use, you need to hold the can of aerosol at a distance of twenty to thirty centimeters from the body. First of all, you need to apply it to the body, and then to the arms and legs. Usually, after the first application, scabies goes away. But if you still have symptoms of the disease, you should continue treatment.

Contraindications to the use of the drug are:

1. Intolerance to the drug's substances.
2. Bronchitis or bronchial asthma.

Please note that the aerosol can be applied to the body with a cotton swab if you have asthma or bronchitis.

How to use aerosols for scabies

Usually, aerosols for scabies are applied in the evening so that they act at night. To get an effective result, you cannot wash for 12 hours after applying the drug. Before spraying, be sure to shake the can, direct it at the body from a distance of 20 cm. As soon as the skin begins to shine, move on to another part of the body. It is best to start with the torso. After 12 hours, wash with soap.

Using Scabies Sprays During Pregnancy

During pregnancy, most medications are contraindicated for use. But this is not the case with the popular aerosol "Spregal". It can be used even by small children, nursing mothers, and in any trimester of pregnancy.

Contraindications for use

As a rule, contraindications for the use of aerosols for scabies are as follows:

1. Allergy to substances contained in the drug.
2. For people with bronchial asthma due to the form of the drug.
3. For patients with bronchitis (also due to the form of release).
4. Some products cannot be used during lactation.

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Side effects of scabies sprays

Since the aerosol is the easiest to use drug, the substances of which are not absorbed by the body in large quantities, no side effects have been found. In some cases, there is a slight burning sensation on the skin, which passes very quickly.

Overdose

To date, no cases of overdose from the use of scabies aerosols have been identified.

Interactions with other drugs

Anti-scabies aerosols interact well with other medications.

Storage conditions

It is very important to store any medical products correctly. This also applies to scabies aerosols. They usually need to be stored in a dry, dark place. Be sure to read the storage conditions before use. As a rule, they are written in the instructions for the drug.

Best before date

Typically, the shelf life of scabies aerosols is no more than two years. It is not recommended to use the product after this period. The expiration date is indicated on the can or box of the product.