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What oral prescription medication should I take for scabies if topical permethrin cream and medicated soap have failed to clear the infection after two weeks?

Asked by Female, 28 · 4 days ago

If topical permethrin has not cleared the infection, the standard oral prescription medication is oral ivermectin. It is typically taken as a single dose, followed by a second dose 7 to 14 days later to target any newly hatched mites. Please don't worry if you are still itching; it is very common for itching to persist for up to four weeks after the mites are successfully killed as your skin heals. I recommend consulting your doctor so they can confirm if active mites are still present and provide the appropriate prescription and dosage for you.
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What oral prescription medication should I take for scabies if topical permethrin cream and medicated soap have failed to clear the infection after two weeks?

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