Crotamiton Topical

Crotamiton Topical is a prescription medication used to treat symptoms of scabies and pruritus.

• Crotamiton Topical is available under various brand names: Crotan, Eurax

Common side effects of Crotamiton Topical include:

• mild itching or new rash.

Serious side effects of Crotamiton Topical include:

• hives,
• difficult breathing,
• swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using this medicine.

Rare side effects of Crotamiton Topical include:

• none

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
• Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheartedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Adult dosage

Cream/lotion

• 10 %

To treat itching:

Adult dosage

• Massage the medicine into the affected areas until it is completely absorbed. Repeat as needed.

To treat scabies

Adult and pediatric dosage

• Apply a thin layer of the cream or lotion to all body parts from the neck down to the soles of your feet (scabies does not usually infect the head).

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

• See “Dosages”

If your medical doctor is using this medicine to treat your pain, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first.

• Crotamiton Topical has no noted severe interactions with any other drugs.
• Crotamiton Topical has no noted serious interactions with any other drugs.
• Crotamiton Topical has no noted moderate interactions with any other drugs.
• Crotamiton Topical has no noted minor interactions with any other drugs.

This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your products. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your health care professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions or concerns.

Contraindications

• Allergic reaction to Topical medications

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Crotamiton Topical?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Crotamiton Topical?”

Cautions

• Crotamiton Topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
• Do not take it by mouth. Crotamiton Topical is for use only on the skin. Do not use this medicine on swollen or oozing skin. If this medicine gets in your eyes or mouth, rinse with water.
• The sedative effects of flurazepam may last longer in older adults. Accidental falls are common in elderly patients who take benzodiazepines. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury while you are taking flurazepam.
• Parasite infestations are highly contagious. Using this medicine will not prevent you from passing scabies to other people. Avoid sexual or intimate contact until the infestation has cleared up. Also avoid sharing hair combs, hair accessories, hats, clothing, bed linens, and other articles of personal use.

Pregnancy & Lactation

• It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
• Lactation
  • It is not known whether crotamiton topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding a baby.