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Miterid 5% Lotion Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PERMETHRIN-5%W/W

Uses:

Pediculosis (head lice infestation) and scabies (skin infection)

Medicinal Benefits:

Miterid 5% Lotion is mostly used to treat parasitic infections. It targets eggs, lice, and mites. It releases chemicals known as pyrethrins which act on the nervous system. It inactivates the nerve membrane and paralyzes the insects, eventually killing them. It can also kill the nits and eggs of the insect.

FAQs

Miterid 5% Lotion contains Permethrin, an antiparasitic drug. It kills the small insects (mites) and their eggs that cause scabies. It also destroys head lice, which stick to your scalp and cause irritation.

The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the infection. It is recommended to consult a doctor to know the exact dose and duration of the treatment.

Miterid 5% Lotion should not be applied on the face, except for infants and elderly people. However, consult a doctor before using in children below 6 years and older population above 65 years.

You can wear light clothes after applying medicine to the infected area. Wash the clothes with hot water after every use.

If you overdose or use too much medicine, rinse the area thoroughly with water. Reapply the medicine after drying the affected area. However, if you notice any abnormal signs or symptoms after applying the medicine, seek medical help immediately.

Miterid 5% Lotion may not cause hair loss or any hair damage.