Brand information
Benzyl Lotion
Benzyl Benzoate
1.25 gm/5 ml
Lotion
450 ml bottle: ৳ 126.50
ACME Laboratories Ltd.
Reference pricing
2022
Historical package prices
450 ml bottle
৳126.50
Historical reference information
These prices are from the
2022
dataset and may not represent current retail prices.
Indications
Benzyl Benzoate is indicated for scabies
Therapeutic Class
Parasiticidal preparations, Topical Antifungal preparations
Pharmacology
Benzyl benzoate is an acaricide that is used in the treatment of scabies. Benzyl benzoate exerts toxic effects on the nervous system of the parasite, resulting in its death. It is also toxic to mite ova, though its exact mechanism of action is unknown. In vitro, benzyl benzoate has been found to kill the Sarcoptes mite within 5 minutes.
Dosage
Adult: Apply 3 times at 12 hourly intervals over the whole body, wash-off 12 hr after the last application.
Interactions
Irritant to eyes and mucous membranes, allergic dermatitis reactions, drying effects in the elderly.
Contraindications
Broken or irritated skin; neonates; pregnancy.
Side Effects
Irritant to eyes and mucous membranes, allergic dermatitis reactions, drying effects in the elderly.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: Not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Precautions
Prevent drug from entering the eyes, elderly (drying effects).
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C.