Ascabiol Emulsion 100 ml
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About Ascabiol Emulsion
Ascabiol Emulsion is a topical medication prescribed to treat skin infestations caused by parasites, specifically scabies and head lice. Its primary medical purpose is to eliminate these ectoparasites and clean the affected skin surface to prevent secondary bacterial infections. By targeting both the parasites and the bacteria that can result from constant scratching, it helps restore skin health.
This medication is typically used as a single application, though your doctor may advise a second application after 7 to 10 days if live mites or lice are still present. You should apply it only to clean, dry skin or hair as directed, and avoid taking hot baths immediately before use. Washing all clothing, towels, and bedsheets in hot water during treatment is essential to ensure the parasites do not return.
While using Ascabiol Emulsion , you may experience mild and temporary skin reactions such as redness, itching, or a burning sensation. If you experience severe skin irritation, a widespread rash, or serious issues like seizures, stop using the product immediately and contact your doctor.
Do not use this medicine if you have a history of seizure disorders, severe skin breakdown, or if you are applying it to a premature infant or newborn. Talk to your doctor before starting this treatment if you have a history of eczema, psoriasis, or any condition that severely compromises your skin barrier, as this can increase the risk of the medication absorbing too deeply into your body.
You should inform your doctor about all other skin products you are currently using, as combining them with this medication may increase skin irritation or alter absorption. Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment, as it can lower your seizure threshold and increase the risk of serious side effects. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing treatment for an elderly individual, consult your doctor or pharmacist before application.Scabies and head lice are common, treatable conditions that can affect anyone. With proper treatment and hygiene measures, most people recover successfully. In India, lindane (gamma benzene hexachloride) should only be used under medical supervision. Based on safety concerns and CDSCO advisories, it is generally reserved for patients who cannot use or have not responded to safer first-line treatments. Always use this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor
Uses of Ascabiol Emulsion
Your doctor may prescribe this medicine to treat several conditions, including:
- Scabies: Ascabiol Emulsion helps clear scabies infestations by killing the microscopic mites (Sarcoptes scabiei) that burrow into the skin, thereby relieving the intense itching and skin rashes they cause.
- Head Lice: Ascabiol Emulsion treats head lice infestations by targeting the active crawling lice, and its activity against eggs (nits) is limited, so your doctor may recommend a second treatment if needed on the scalp, stopping the cycle of infestation.
Key Benefits
This medicine helps manage scabies and head lice while offering the following benefits:
- Provides Fast Itch Relief: Ascabiol Emulsion provides prompt relief from the intense, uncomfortable itching associated with parasitic skin infections.
- Eliminates Parasites: By quickly eliminating the mites and lice, it prevents these parasites from reproducing and spreading further across your body or to other people in your household.
- Dual-Action Formula: Another major benefit is its dual-action protection. In addition to killing parasites, it cleanses the skin surface, which reduces the risk of secondary bacterial infections that commonly develop when damaged skin is constantly scratched.
Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Apply a thin layer of the lotion on the affected areas. Typically, it is left on for 8-12 hours before washing off with warm water.
- Avoid contact with the nose, mouth or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly. Wash your hands after using Ascabiol Emulsion to prevent the spread of infection.
How Ascabiol Emulsion Works
Alcohol
Caution
The interaction of Ascabiol Emulsion with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Ascabiol Emulsion .
Pregnancy
Caution
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast Feeding
Caution
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Driving
Caution
If Ascabiol Emulsion affects your ability to drive or operate machinery. you should not use Ascabiol Emulsion on driving.
Liver
Safe if prescribed
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Ascabiol Emulsion in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
Safe if prescribed
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Ascabiol Emulsion in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
Caution
Ascabiol Emulsion is not recommended for use in neonates and premature infants due to the increased risk of serious and life-threatening reactions. Please consult your doctor before taking Ascabiol Emulsion .
Heart
Consult your doctor
Inform your doctor if you have any existing heart disease. Your doctor will prescribe this medicine only if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Geriatrics
Caution
Ascabiol Emulsion should be used with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. Seek medical advice before using Ascabiol Emulsion .
What if I have taken an overdose of Ascabiol Emulsion
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Wash Clothes and Bedding: Wash all clothing, bed linens, blankets, and towels used during the 48 hours before treatment in hot water (at least 60°C) and dry them on a high-heat cycle to kill remaining mites or lice.
- Seal Non-Washable Items: Seal any items that cannot be washed (such as stuffed toys or coats) in an airtight plastic bag for at least two weeks to ensure any surviving parasites die.
- Treat Close Contacts: Ensure all close household contacts and sexual partners are evaluated and treated at the same time, even if they do not show symptoms, to prevent reinfection.
- Keep Nails Short: Keep your fingernails trimmed short and clean to minimize skin damage and prevent secondary bacterial infections from scratching.

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How Soon It Starts Working
The time required for Ascabiol Emulsion to start to work: The time required for Ascabiol Emulsion to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Ascabiol Emulsion last: The duration of action for Ascabiol Emulsion is clinically unknown.
What if you forget to take Ascabiol Emulsion
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Drug Warnings
- Do not Apply to Broken Skin: Never apply this lotion to open wounds, cuts, raw skin, or weeping eczema, as this can cause too much medication to enter your bloodstream.
- Avoid Contact with Eyes and Mouth: Avoid all contact with your eyes, nose, mouth, inner ears, and mucous membranes. If accidental contact occurs, flush the area immediately with plenty of cool water.
- Do not Cover the Treated Area: Do not use tight wraps or occlusive dressings over the treated areas unless specifically told to do so by your doctor.
- Wear Gloves when Applying to Others: If you are applying this medicine to someone else, wear protective gloves (such as plastic or latex gloves) to avoid unnecessary exposure to your own skin.
- Avoid other skin products: Do not use other skin ointments, creams, or oils on the treated area at the same time, as they can significantly increase how much medicine your skin absorbs.
- Pediatric safety: Not recommended for children under 2 years or low-birth-weight infants. Use in older children only under medical supervision.
Drug-Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction Summary:
Some medicines can affect how Ascabiol Emulsion works or increase the risk of side effects. Tell your doctor about all the medicines and supplements you are taking.
- Seizure-Threshold Lowering Drugs: Combining this treatment with certain antidepressants, antipsychotics, or some antibiotics may increase the risk of experiencing seizures.
- Other Topical Treatments: Applying other medicated creams, lotions, or skin cleansers to the same area may increase skin irritation or alter the absorption of Ascabiol Emulsion .
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Drug-Food Interactions
Drug-Food Interaction Summary:
No clinically significant food drug interactions are known with Ascabiol Emulsion when used as directed.
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