DESCAB 1% Lotion 60ml

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

• Duration of Effect

  The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is safe for use by pregnant women. It is advised to consult your doctor before using this medicine. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine should be used by women who are breastfeeding only when necessary. It is advised to discontinue breastfeeding when it is applied to the body. Consult your doctor before using this medicine. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to DESCAB 1% Lotion 60ml (pyrethrins) or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is safe for use by pregnant women. It is advised to consult your doctor before using this medicine. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine should be used by women who are breastfeeding only when necessary. It is advised to discontinue breastfeeding when it is applied to the body. Consult your doctor before using this medicine. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Increase in symptoms

  The use of this medicine may increase itching, swelling, and redness temporarily. Report the doctor if the symptoms are severe and persistent.

• Allergy to pollens

  This medicine should be used with caution if you have a known history of allergy to pollens of the chrysanthemum of other plants.

• External use only

  This medicine is intended for external use only and should not be taken orally or applied onto cracked or wounded skin parts.

• Not for application in the eyes

  Avoid contact with the eyes while applying this medicine. If some medicine accidentally enters the eyes, splash cold water into them and contact your doctor if any irritation or burning sensation is experienced.

• Breathing difficulties

  This medicine has been associated with difficulty in breathing rarely in some patients. It should be used cautiously in patients who have an allergy to pollens of chrysanthemum or other plants.

• Use in children

  The safety and efficacy are not established in pediatric patients who are younger than 2 months. Based on the clinical condition your physician may prescribe to use this medicine.

• Sanitization of the environment

  It is advised to appropriately sanitize the bed, clothes, furniture and other items present in the house after using this medicine. This is done to prevent the relapse of the infection caused due to the pests present on these items of regular use.

• Other medicines

  This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Use this medicine as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package leaflet. Do not use in larger or smaller quantities or for longer durations than recommended. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth or nose.

• Usage does not depend on food timings
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• Does not cause sleepiness

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