Lindane Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Lindane-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Lindane brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Lindane Pronunciation : lin' dane Therapeutic Classification : Scabicides and PediculicidesBrand Names or Trade Names of Lindane
India :
Scaboma CRM |
Gab (25ml) |
Scabcur (Skin) (100ml) |
Scaboma Cream |
Scabest (Skin) (100ml) |
Gab (50ml) |
Swiscab (Skin) (100ml) |
Scabcur (Skin) (60ml) |
Labscab (Skin) (50ml) |
Labscab Lotion 100 ML
International :
Benzene hexachloride, Gamma hexachlorocyclohexane
Why is Lindane Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a scabicide, prescribed for infestations of scabies. It kills the scabies mites and their eggs.When should Lindane not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with known uncontrolled seizures, infants and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Lindane?
Topical- Apply a thin layer over the affected skin from the neck down.How should Lindane be taken?
It comes as a lotion to apply topically as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Lindane?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), seizures, head injury, brain tumor, liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding.• Sexual partner of the patient should also be treated with this medication in order to avoid spreading or reinfection.
• Wash your recently used bed sheets, pillow covers and dresses in hot water.
• Do not touch other people's skin while using this medication.
