Permite
Permite is a topical antiparasitic cream containing 5% w/w Permethrin. It is used to treat scabies, an infestation of tiny mites that irritate the skin. Permethrin belongs to a class of drugs known as pyrethrins and works by paralyzing and killing the mites and their eggs.
Dosage by Body Weight
Thoroughly massage the cream into the skin from the head to the soles of the feet. For adults and children over 12 years, a single tube of 30g is usually sufficient. Leave the cream on the body for 8 to 14 hours, then wash it off completely by showering or bathing. Usually, a single application is curative.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 2 months of age (usually below 5 kg) have not been established. Consult a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Up to 3.75 g (approx. 1/8 of a 30g tube)
- Frequency
- Single application
- Tracking Notes
- Apply to the entire body including neck, palms, and soles. Wash off after 8 to 14 hours.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Up to 3.75 g (approx. 1/8 of a 30g tube)
- Frequency
- Single application
- Tracking Notes
- Apply under supervision of a healthcare provider. Ensure thorough coverage of all skin folds.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Up to 7.5 g (approx. 1/4 of a 30g tube)
- Frequency
- Single application
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure complete body coverage. Wash off thoroughly after 8 to 14 hours.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Up to 7.5 g (approx. 1/4 of a 30g tube)
- Frequency
- Single application
- Tracking Notes
- Apply from neck down to soles of feet. If washed off during handwashing within the treatment window, reapply to hands.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy in infants under 2 months of age (usually below 5 kg) have not been established. Consult a pediatrician. |
| 5-7 kg | Up to 3.75 g (approx. 1/8 of a 30g tube) | Single application | Apply to the entire body including neck, palms, and soles. Wash off after 8 to 14 hours. |
| 8-10 kg | Up to 3.75 g (approx. 1/8 of a 30g tube) | Single application | Apply under supervision of a healthcare provider. Ensure thorough coverage of all skin folds. |
| 11-15 kg | Up to 7.5 g (approx. 1/4 of a 30g tube) | Single application | Ensure complete body coverage. Wash off thoroughly after 8 to 14 hours. |
| 16-20 kg | Up to 7.5 g (approx. 1/4 of a 30g tube) | Single application | Apply from neck down to soles of feet. If washed off during handwashing within the treatment window, reapply to hands. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei) and crab lice infestations.
Generic Name
PermethrinScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.