EURAX DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended
to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment
of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug
is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
USES EURAX: This medication is used on the skin to
remove scabies and relieve itchy skin.
HOW TO TAKE EURAX: This is for topical use only.
Use this as directed. Shake the lotion well before using.
To treat scabies, take a bath or shower. Apply the medication
over the whole body from the chin down. Rub in gently paying
special attention to skin folds and creases. Change all clothing
and bed linens the next morning and wash them in the hot cycle
of the washing machine. A second application of the medication
should be done in 24 hours. Take a good cleaning bath or shower
48 hours after the last application. To relieve dry skin,
apply a small amount of the medication to the affected area
and rub it in gently until it disappears. Avoid use on open,
irritated or inflamed skin. Avoid use near the eyes, mouth
or vagina.
SIDE EFFECTS EURAX: Notify your doctor if any of
the following effects occur: burning/redness/irritated skin.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS EURAX: Tell your doctor if you have:
other illnesses, allergies (especially drug allergies). This
medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy
or while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with
your doctor.
DRUG INTERACTIONS EURAX: Tell your doctor of any
over-the-counter or prescription medication you use, especially
of: other skin products. Do not start or stop any medicine
without doctor or pharmacist approval.
NOTES EURAX: Patient instructions should be dispensed
with the medication.
OVERDOSE EURAX: If overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency room
immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
MISSED DOSE EURAX: If you miss a dose, apply it as
soon as remembered; do not apply it if it is near the time
for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume
your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
dose to catch up.
STORAGE EURAX: Store at room temperature between
59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and
light. Store this out of reach of children.
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