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Ridped Lotion
(Ascaricide
/ Pediculicide )
Active Ingredient
Benzyl Benzoate
.................. 25% w/v
Presentations
Bottles of 30ml and 60ml
Product Descriptions
White emulsion with a
characteristic odour.
Pharmacology
When Benzyl Benzoate is absorbed
by the lice and mites, it will destroy them by acting on their nervous
system.
Indications
For the treatment of head lice
and scabies.
Directions of Use
Adults and children above 12
years
— Treatment for Head Lice:
1. Wash, rinse and dry the hair
and scalp well before application.
2. Apply enough lotion by
spreading with the fingers to thoroughly wet the hair and scalp.
3. Wash off 24 hours later with
shampoo and warm water and dry with a clean towel.
4. Use a fine-toothed comb to
remove any remaining nits (eggs) from the hair.
5. Check 7 days after the last
application and repeat the treatment again if there is evidence of living
lice.
— Treatment for Scabies:
1. Take a hot bath, scrub and dry
the skin well before application.
2. Apply enough lotion with a
brush to cover the whole body, except the head and face and rub in well
especially around wrists, ankles, armpits, buttocks, groin area, webs of the
fingers and toes and under the nails.
3. Allow the lotion to dry and
then put on clean clothing.
Wash off 24 hours later with warm
water and soap then dry with a clean towel.
5. Repeat treatment after 5 days
if there is evidence of living mites.
Children 2 - 12 years
DILUTE THE LOTION WITH AN
EQUAL QUANTITY OF WATER BEFORE APPLICATION
All family members in close
contact should be treated simultaneously to prevent infestation recurring.
Symptoms and Treatments of
Overdose
When Benzyl Benzoate is ingested
accidentally, it may cause agitation and convulsions.
Treatment should consist of
gastric lavage (do not induce vomiting). An anti-convulsant should be given
if necessary, otherwise treatment is symptomatic.
Contraindication
Do not use if hypersensitive to
Benzyl Benzoate.
Precautions
FOR
EXTERNAL USE ONLY. AVOID IN CONTACT WITH EYES, NOSE AND MOUTH. NOT TO BE
TAKEN.
– Do not apply on the inflamed
skin (severe) and open wounds, such as cuts or sores on the skin or scalp as
Benzyl benzoate may make the condition worse and the absorption may
increase.
– This lotion may cause some skin
irritations. Test on a small area on the skin to see i the applied area has
any burning sensation or become redden. If any of these effects happen,
dilute the lotion with water before continuing the application. If these
effects persist, wash off the lotion immediately.
Undesirable Effects
May occasionally cause skin
irritation and temporary burning sensation. The unwanted effect may be more
severe in sensitive people. If the effect is severe, wash off the lotion
immediately.
Storage
Store below 25°C.
Protect from light
Keep cap tightly closed after
opening.
store away from food storage
area.
Keep out of reach of children
Shelf Life
3 years from the date of
manufacture
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