USMLE Forum Archives - USMLE Step 3 - Scabies
Scabies
harry206 - 05-25-09 10:06
Scabies :
Tt: Permethrin (Lindane has equal efficacy, but toxic)
Norwegian scabies:
Common in immunocompromised (HIV)
Tt: oral ivermectin
harry206 - 05-25-09 10:06
Scabies :
Tt: Permethrin (Lindane has equal efficacy, but toxic)
Norwegian scabies:
Common in immunocompromised (HIV)
Tt: oral ivermectin
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Re: Scabies sackatdoc - 05-25-09 11:01 really good pic, definitely one to remember, wud never have got it right, had i seen it for the first time on exam
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Re: Scabies mtniharika - 11-21-09 07:05 TOPICAL:
malathion
crotamiton
lindane
permethrin
ORAL:
ivermectin
Permethrin 5% is topical medication of choice.Toxicity may resemble allergic reactions. It is usually applied to the skin before bedtime and left on for about 8 to 14 hours, then showered off in the morning. Package directions or doctor's instructions should be followed, but one application is normally sufficient to cure an infection
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Re: Scabies babbu5508 - 02-23-11 01:58 Permethrin is the most effective treatment for scabies, and the treatment of choice. It is applied from the neck down usually before bedtime and left on for about 8 to 14 hours, then showered off in the morning.One application is normally sufficient for mild infections.
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