Crotamiton

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About crotamiton

This belongs to the group of medicines known as antipruritics.

Crotamiton is to relieve itching of the skin and skin irritation, and to treat scabies or itching caused by scabies.

Crotamiton is available in cream and lotion form at 10% strength.

Crotamiton usually provides relief from irritation for 6-10 hours following application.

It is also sometimes known as: Eurax. You may notice the use of either of these names on the packaging of your medicine.

Before using crotamiton

Before using any of this preparation make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

• if you are pregnant or trying for a baby
• if you suffer from dermatitis which is weeping
• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this or any of the ingredients of crotamiton cream/lotion listed on the packaging of this preparation

How to use crotamiton

• Always read the instructions on the container before using the preparation.
• Crotamiton is for EXTERNAL USE only.
• Apply the lotion or cream to the affected area and rub in as directed.
• If you are using crotamiton lotion, always shake the bottle well before use.

Getting the most from your treatment

• Crotamiton is suitable for adults, the elderly and children over three years old.
• Do not apply crotamiton to broken or inflamed skin.
• Do not use on weeping skin conditions.
• Avoid contact with the eyes, nose and mouth. If any of this preparation gets into the eyes, nose or mouth rinse thoroughly with warm water.
• The following can make your itching worse: extremes of temperature, wearing rough or irritating clothing, such as wool.
• Crotamiton is for you. Never give it to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
• Never use more than the prescribed dose. Crotamiton is for external use only, if you suspect someone has swallowed any crotamiton contact your doctor at once.

Can crotamiton cause problems?

Crotamiton is unlikely to cause side effects unless you are allergic to one of the ingredients.

If your skin condition gets worse after using crotamiton, or if you develop a rash, stop using the preparation and speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to store crotamiton

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and heat.
• Never keep out of date or unwanted medicines. Discard them safely, out of the reach of children, or take them to your local pharmacist who will dispose of unwanted medicines for you.

© EMIS and Cegedim Pharmacy Services Ltd 2006   Updated: 14/02/2006   

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