avthrin lotion - Permethrin (5% w/v) medicine

Avthrin Lotion (Permethrin 5% w/v) - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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๐Ÿญ Anvicure Drugs ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 29, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 29, 2026

What is avthrin lotion used for?

Avthrin Lotion contains Permethrin 5% w/v, a topical anti-parasitic agent used to treat scabies. It works by killing the mites that cause scabies and their eggs. Apply the lotion to clean, dry skin from neck to toes and wash off after 8-14 hours. It is generally safe for adults and children over 2 months old.

  • Generic Name: Permethrin (5% w/v)
  • Manufacturer: Anvicure Drugs
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š avthrin lotion Uses & Benefits

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๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Permethrin (5% w/v)
Brand Nameavthrin lotion
ManufacturerAnvicure Drugs
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
Action ClassEctoparasiticides
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageRoom temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take avthrin lotion

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

๐ŸŒ… Morning โœ… โ˜€๏ธ Afternoon โŒ ๐ŸŒ† Evening โœ… ๐ŸŒ™ Night โŒ

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of avthrin lotion

  • Stinging sensation
  • Rash
  • Itching
  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Burning sensation
  • Numbness
  • Tingling

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Warfarin Moderate May increase anticoagulant effect
Corticosteroids Minor May reduce efficacy of permethrin

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

Liver
Low
Kidney
Low
Heart
Low

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 29, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for avthrin lotion

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Alternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Permethrin (5% w/v)):

Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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