Benzyl Benzoate is prescribed for the treatment of-

• Scabies
• Pediculosis pubis and pediculosis capitis
• Registered physician’s advice should be followed before taking this medicine

Benzyl Benzoate is used to manage ectoparasitic infections including scabies and pediculosis. Concentrations of 10-20% v/v are effective against Sarcoptes scabiei mites and lice infestations. In laboratory studies, the scabies mite is destroyed within approximately 5 minutes after exposure to benzyl benzoate. The exact mechanism of action is not fully understood, however it is believed to affect the nervous system of the parasite.

Scabies: After a hot bath and drying, it is applied to the whole body except the head and face. If the application is thorough, one treatment should suffice, but the possibility of failure is lessened if a second application is made within 5 days of the first. Alternatively, Scabisol can be applied to the whole body, except the head and face, on three occasions at 12 hourly intervals. The patient has a hot both 12 hours after the last application and changes to clean clothes and sheets.

Pediculosis: The affected region is coated with Scabisol followed by a wash 24 hours later with soap and water. In severe cases this procedure may need to be repeated two or three times. An examination should always be made a week after the last treatment to confirm disinfestation.

USE IN CHILDREN: It can be diluted with an equal quantity of water for older children and with three parts of water for babies.

No significant hazardous drug interactions have been identified.

This medicine should not be applied to the face because of its irritating properties and must not be used on damaged, inflamed, or irritated skin.

It may cause irritation to the eyes and mucous membranes and can also irritate the skin. Hypersensitivity reactions have been reported in some cases. Excessive topical application may occasionally lead to systemic adverse effects.

Adequate safety data regarding the use of Benzyl Benzoate during pregnancy in humans are not available, although it has been widely used without clear harmful effects. However, it should only be used during pregnancy if absolutely necessary. Breastfeeding should be temporarily discontinued during treatment with Benzyl Benzoate. Feeding may be resumed after the emulsion has been thoroughly washed off from the body.

Mild skin irritation may occur with the use of this medicine, and some individuals may experience a temporary burning sensation. In sensitive patients, irritation may occasionally become severe. If a serious skin reaction develops, the preparation should be removed with soap and warm water. Contact with the eyes should be avoided, especially when applied to the scalp, as it may cause eye irritation.

Parasiticidal preparations, Topical Antifungal preparations

Store below 25°C temperature, protected from light and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.