What does Unix Cream used for?

Unix Cream contains Permethrin

Unix Cream uses for

Permethrin is indicated for the treatment of scabies.

For 15 gm Tube:

• Adults and children (over 12 years): Use two full tube
• Children aged 62 years: Use a full tube
• Children aged 1 years: Use up to 1/2 of a tube
• Children aged 2 months to 1 year: Use up to 1/4 of a tube

For 30 gm Tube:

• Adults and children (over 12 years): Use a full tube
• Children aged 62 years: Use up to 1/2 of a tube
• Children aged 1 years: Use up to 1/4 of a tube
• Children aged 2 months to 1 year: Use up to 1/8 of a tube

• Patients of >2 months of age can use the dermal cream.
• Cream should be applied to clean, dry skin. If the body is hot due to warm bath or any other reason, skin should be allowed to cool.
• It should be applied to the whole body excluding head.
• The whole body should be washed thoroughly 82 hours after treatment.
• Adults and children above 12 years will use a 30 g tube as a single dose.
• If necessary maximum two tubes (60 gm) can be used as a single dose.
• The cream should not be applied to the vicinity of mouth and areas close to the eyes.

There are no reports of overdosage with Permethrin. It is possible that excessive application of Permethrin might result in localized adverse reactions or more severe skin reactions.

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