Scabies
- Permethrin 5% is first-line for many patients
- Oral ivermectin is effective alternative/adjunct
- Treat close household/sexual contacts simultaneously
- Repeat treatment to cover newly hatched mites
- Wash/isolate recently used bedding/clothing
- Crusted scabies needs combined intensive therapy
Use at a glance
- Permethrin 5% is first-line for many patients
Practical pearls
- Oral ivermectin is effective alternative/adjunct
- Treat close household/sexual contacts simultaneously
Treatment options
- Repeat treatment to cover newly hatched mites
Other treatment options
- Wash/isolate recently used bedding/clothing
- Crusted scabies needs combined intensive therapy
Self-check
- Which scabies contacts should be treated simultaneously?
Close household/sexual contacts. - What is first-line scabies treatment for many patients?
Permethrin 5%.
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