| Category of Drug | Gamma Benzene Hexachloride- Dermatological Drugs-Scabicides and Pediculicides |
| Mechanism of Action | |
| Indications | Gamma Benzene Hexachloride- Dermatological Drugs-Scabicides and Pediculicides is used for 1. Pediculosis 2. Scabies |
| Well Known Pharmaceutical Brands | |
| Available dosage forms | 1. LOTION 2. OINTMENT 3. CREAM 4. SHAMPOO |
| Dose | |
| Contraindications | 1. Seizure 2. Hypersensitivity 3. Skin inflammation 4. Broken skin 5. Premature infants 6. Lactation 7. Pregnancy |
| Precautions | 1. Seizure disorder 2. Open wound or sores 3. Neonates 4. Infants below 2 years 5. Avoid contact with the face, eyes 6. Mucous membranes urethral meatus 7. Psoriasis 8. Elderly |
| Adverse Effects | 1. Insomnia 2. Paresthesia 3. Giddiness 4. Agranulocytosis 5. Aplastic anaemia 6. Skin irritation 7. Contact dermatitis 8. Ataxia 9. Alopecia 10. Severe neurologic toxicities 11. Symptoms of acute poisoning |
| Pregnancy Category | B |
