Eurax
Eurax contains crotamiton, an antipruritic (anti-itching) agent that provides symptomatic relief from irritated skin for up to 10 hours after application. It also possesses scabicidal properties to eradicate scabies infestations.
Dosage by Body Weight
For itching: Apply to the affected area 2 to 3 times daily. For scabies: Apply over the whole body (excluding the face and scalp) once daily, preferably in the evening, for 3 to 5 days. Not recommended for children under 3 years of age except on medical advice.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Avoid use
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a doctor. Eurax is generally not recommended for infants under 3 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Apply sparingly to affected areas
- Frequency
- Once daily under medical supervision
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure the child does not lick or rub the treated area into their eyes.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Apply sparingly to affected areas
- Frequency
- Once daily under medical supervision
- Tracking Notes
- Do not apply to raw, weeping, or severely inflamed skin.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Apply sparingly
- Frequency
- 1 to 2 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Limit application to small areas. Discontinue if irritation occurs.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Apply sparingly
- Frequency
- 1 to 2 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Supervise application to avoid contact with mouth, nose, and eyes.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Avoid use | Consult a doctor. Eurax is generally not recommended for infants under 3 years of age. |
| 5-7 kg | Apply sparingly to affected areas | Once daily under medical supervision | Ensure the child does not lick or rub the treated area into their eyes. |
| 8-10 kg | Apply sparingly to affected areas | Once daily under medical supervision | Do not apply to raw, weeping, or severely inflamed skin. |
| 11-15 kg | Apply sparingly | 1 to 2 times daily | Limit application to small areas. Discontinue if irritation occurs. |
| 16-20 kg | Apply sparingly | 1 to 2 times daily | Supervise application to avoid contact with mouth, nose, and eyes. |
Formulation
Purpose
Relief of itching (pruritus) caused by skin conditions such as sunburn, dry eczema, itchy dermatitis, allergic rashes, hives, nettle rash, chickenpox, insect bites and stings. It is also used to treat scabies.
Generic Name
CrotamitonScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.