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Instacab Lotion is a combination medicine that is used to treat scabies. It kills the tiny insects (mites) and their eggs and relieves any associated itching, swelling, or redness.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:06 AM (IST)
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General Information

Contains

Gamma Benzene Hexachloride (1% w/v)+ Cetrimide (0.1% w/v)

Marketer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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Product introduction

Instacab Lotion should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Apply only to the affected areas.
Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. The common side effects of this medicine include hair loss, rashes, drowsiness, headache, itching, and dry skin. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, please consult the doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are suffering from any other disease.

Uses of Instacab Lotion

Benefits of Instacab Lotion

Scabies
Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin. Instacab Lotion kills the mites and their eggs present on the skin. This gives relief from itching, swelling and redness. Instacab Lotion also helps kill head lices and their eggs, therbey giving you relief from itching and irritation caused by lice. It is normally effective in one or two applications however complete the course of treatment for better results.

Side effects of Instacab Lotion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Instacab
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How to use Instacab Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Instacab Lotion works

Instacab Lotion is a combination of two medicines: cetrimide and gamma benzene hexachloride. Cetrimide kills certain bacteria and fungus by damaging their protective covering. Gamma benzene hexachloride causes paralysis in parasites (lice and mites) by getting absorbed into them and kills parasites and their eggs.

All substitutes for Instacab Lotion

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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Quick tips

  • Apply a thin layer of this medicine all over the body and leave it for 8-14 hours before taking a bath or shower. 
  • Avoid getting it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
  • You will still be itchy for a while after successful treatment. If the itching becomes troublesome, consult your doctor to ease this. Moisturizing creams can provide temporary relief from itching.
  • Clothes, towels, and bed linen should be machine-washed with hot water after the first treatment application. This helps kill the scabies mites.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Instacab Lotion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Instacab Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

No interaction found/established
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established

Fact Box

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

DERMA
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Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.

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Country of origin: India
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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