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Crotorax Cream

ContainsCrotamiton (10% w/w)
Store below 30C
MRP₹61.9920% OFF
₹49.59

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Packaging:20.0 gm in 1 tube
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Composition:Crotamiton (10% w/w)
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Quick Facts

Chemical ClassAnilide Derivative
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
Action ClassEctoparasiticides

About Crotorax Cream

Crotorax Cream is an antipruritics and scabicides medicine. It is used to treat scabies, a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin. It works by killing the mites and their eggs. It is also used to relieve itching and skin irritation.Your doctor will explain how to use Crotorax Cream and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly. Generally, it is applied to your whole body except your head, mouth, eyes and face. Your skin should be clean, dry and cool before using it. You should take a cleansing bath after 48 hours of the last application to remove the traces of the medication from the skin. After each application, change your clothes, towels and bed sheets to stop the spread of infection.The most common side effects include mild burning, stinging or tingling where the medicine is applied. Most side effects are usually mild and not everyone gets them. Sometimes itching may last for a few weeks after treating scabies. This is probably an allergic reaction to dead mites and not a sign that the treatment has failed.Before using it, you should ask your doctors advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How It Works

Crotorax Cream is an antipruritics and scabicides medicine. It is used to treat scabies, a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin. It works by killing the mites and their eggs. It is also used to relieve itching and skin irritation.Your doctor will explain how to use Crotorax Cream and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly. Generally, it is applied to your whole body except your head, mouth, eyes and face. Your skin should be clean, dry and cool before using it. You should take a cleansing bath after 48 hours of the last application to remove the traces of the medication from the skin. After each application, change your clothes, towels and bed sheets to stop the spread of infection.The most common side effects include mild burning, stinging or tingling where the medicine is applied. Most side effects are usually mild and not everyone gets them. Sometimes itching may last for a few weeks after treating scabies. This is probably an allergic reaction to dead mites and not a sign that the treatment has failed.Before using it, you should ask your doctors advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How to Use

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

What if you miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Crotorax Cream, please consult your doctor.\n

Storage

Store below 30C

Composition of Crotorax Cream

Crotamiton (10% w/w)

Uses of Crotorax Cream

Scabies

Key Benefits of Crotorax Cream

  • In Scabies Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin. Crotorax Cream is an anti-parasite medicine. It works by paralyzing and killing the mites and their eggs. Generally, the cream should be applied to the whole body except the face and head but follow your doctors advice. It should be thoroughly washed off after 8-12 hours. Often one application is enough to treat the condition completely but sometimes a second one may be required a week later. This will get rid of the itching, swelling and redness caused by mites. However, dead mites may still make you itch for some time.

Safety Advice for Crotorax Cream

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Crotorax Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast Feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Crotorax Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Crotorax Cream via licking.

Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Frequently Asked Questions

Crotorax Cream is used to treat scabies and to relieve itching and skin irritation associated with sunburn, dry eczema (type of itchy skin rash), dermatitis (red and itchy skin), allergic rashes, hives, nettle rash, chickenpox, heat rashes, personal itching, insect bites and stings.

You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Crotorax Cream cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. Remember, it is important to wash your hands before and after applying Crotorax Cream.

At the beginning of the treatment, Crotorax Cream is usually used once daily in the evening. The area should not be washed after applying Crotorax Cream. Leave it overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.

If you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation, discontinue the medicine and consult the doctor.

Use Crotorax Cream only on your skin. Keep it away from your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Crotorax Cream on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Crotorax Cream on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. This is because Crotorax Cream can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Crotorax Cream. Avoid contact with hair as Crotorax Cream has strong bleaching properties. Consult your doctor for any other query related to Crotorax Cream.

The initial dose is preferably once daily in the evening. Later, the doctor will gradually increase the dose to twice daily (most probably morning and evening) depending upon the requirement.

You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. You may need to use this treatment for a longer duration to gain maximum benefit. Do not worry, this is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, talk to your doctor immediately.

You may apply moisturizer an hour after applying Crotorax Cream. Consult your doctor in case of any doubt or concern.

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Nitin Kumar, D.Pharm (UPPC Reg: 63405)Lead Registered Pharmacist · 11 years clinical experience · Drug licence RLF21DL2025001406, RLF20DL2025001420. See our medical review policy.
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