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Publication #7968
Reference
MSAN(2023)23
Name
Permethrin 5% w/w cream
Categories
Scottish Government
Organization
Scottish Government Health and Social Care Directorates
Keywords
NHS
SCOTLAND
HEALTH BOARDS
PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES
SUPPLIES
DRUG SHORTAGES
Description
Permethrin 5% w/w cream is in limited supply until further notice due to an increase in demand. Unlicensed supplies of permethrin 5% cream may be sourced, lead times vary. Malathion liquid, an alternative to permethrin for treatment of scabies, is currently unavailable. Crotamiton 10% Cream (Eurax), which is licensed for the treatment of scabies, remains available but can only meet its current demand for other conditions. Benzyl benzoate 25% topical emulsion can be sourced from special-order manufacturers; this is an unlicensed medicine. Ivermectin 3mg tablets are licensed for treatment of scabies but are not currently marketed in the UK. Unlicensed supplies of ivermectin 3mg tablets may be sourced, lead times vary.
Contact Name
Contact Email
Contact Address
Pharmacy & Medicines Division 1st Floor East Rear St Andrew’s House EDINBURGH EH1 3DG
Created
2023-09-15 00:00:00
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