Gamma Lotion

Explore detailed information about Gamma Lotion, a medication containing Gamma Benzene Hexachloride (1% w/w) from the trusted Densa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd brand. Discover its primary uses for Scabies and delve deeper into its specific details to understand how Gamma Lotion can play a role in your health and well-being. Add it to your wishlist or compare it with other products.

MRP: ₹ 24
Packing: 100.0 ml in 1 bottle
Salt Combination: Gamma Benzene Hexachloride (1% w/w)
Brand: Densa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Uses: Scabies

Description

Gamma Lotion is an ectoparasiticide medicine
It is used to treat scabies, a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin
It works by killing the mites and their eggs
Your doctor will explain how to use Gamma Lotion and how much you need
Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly
You should wear synthetic latex gloves to apply the medicine and avoid getting the medicine into your eyes
In case of accidental contact, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water
Generally, it is applied to your whole body except your head, mouth, eyes, and face
Your skin should be clean, dry and cool before using it
After each application, change your clothes, towels, and bedsheets to stop the spread of infection.
The most common side effects include mild burning, stinging, or tingling where the medicine is applied
Most side effects are usually mild and not everyone gets them
Sometimes itching may last for a few weeks after treating scabies
This is probably an allergic reaction to dead mites and not a sign that the treatment has failed.
Before using it, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any severe chronic disease like cancer or Aids
You should also ask your doctor’s advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Cautions

Liver:	No interaction found/established
Kidney:	No interaction found/established
Driving:	No interaction found/established
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Gamma Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnency:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Gamma Lotion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Alcohol:	No interaction found/established
Drug Action:	Ectoparasiticides
Therapeutic class:	DERMA
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Cyclohexyl halides

Uses of Gamma Lotion

In Scabies Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin
Gamma Lotion is an anti-parasite medicine
It works by paralyzing and killing the mites and their eggs
Generally, the cream should be applied to the whole body except the face and head but follow your doctor’s advice
It should be thoroughly washed off after 8-12 hours
Often one application is enough to treat the condition completely but sometimes a second one may be required a week later
This will get rid of the itching, swelling, and redness caused by mites
However, dead mites may still make you itch for some time.