Antiscabiosum
Antiscabiosum is a topical anti-parasitic medication containing the active ingredient benzyl benzoate. It is used to eradicate scabies mites (Sarcoptes scabiei) and is available in 25% strength for adults and 10% strength for children.
Dosage by Body Weight
Apply the emulsion to the entire body from the neck down (avoiding the face and eyes) once daily for 3 consecutive days. Do not wash the medication off during the treatment period. Take a thorough bath on the fourth day to remove residues.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Not recommended for newborns or young infants due to increased risk of systemic absorption and toxicity.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 10% Emulsion (under strict medical supervision)
- Frequency
- Apply once daily for 3 days
- Tracking Notes
- Only use if explicitly prescribed and supervised by a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 10% Emulsion
- Frequency
- Apply once daily for 3 days
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure the child does not put treated hands/skin in their mouth. Use mittens if necessary.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 10% Emulsion
- Frequency
- Apply once daily for 3 days
- Tracking Notes
- Do not apply to open wounds, severely excoriated, or inflamed skin.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 10% Emulsion
- Frequency
- Apply once daily for 3 days
- Tracking Notes
- Monitor closely for skin irritation or burning sensations during application.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Contraindicated | Do not use | Not recommended for newborns or young infants due to increased risk of systemic absorption and toxicity. |
| 5-7 kg | 10% Emulsion (under strict medical supervision) | Apply once daily for 3 days | Only use if explicitly prescribed and supervised by a pediatrician. |
| 8-10 kg | 10% Emulsion | Apply once daily for 3 days | Ensure the child does not put treated hands/skin in their mouth. Use mittens if necessary. |
| 11-15 kg | 10% Emulsion | Apply once daily for 3 days | Do not apply to open wounds, severely excoriated, or inflamed skin. |
| 16-20 kg | 10% Emulsion | Apply once daily for 3 days | Monitor closely for skin irritation or burning sensations during application. |
Formulation
Emulsion
Purpose
Treatment of scabies (itch mite infestations) in adults and children.
Generic Name
Benzyl benzoateScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.