General English name: Malathion
Brand: Derbac-M
Application: Treatment of scabies and head lice
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Malathion Medication Information
Drug Information: Malathion is an insecticide. This toxin kills lice and mites. Lice are tiny insects that usually live in human hair. These insects are transmitted through physical contact.
Scabies is a skin disorder that results in urticaria. This skin disease is transmitted by lice. Scabies is contagious and is transmitted through skin contact. Malathion can be obtained from pharmacies with or without a doctor’s prescription.
Contraindications to Malathion
- Note the expiration date of malathion and do not take the medicine if it has expired.
- Never give this poison to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.
- Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
- Check for malathion drug interactions and be sure to tell your doctor what other medications you are taking.
Drug interaction of Malathion
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Tips to consider before taking Malathion
Some medications can not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed. Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking malathion:
- If areas of your skin are infected or damaged.
- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
- If this medicine is for children under 6 years old.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to another medicine.
- Possible side effects of malathion poison
- Malathion toxin may cause skin irritation. This will pass quickly, but tell your doctor if it gets worse. Tell your doctor if you notice any other symptoms that you think may be due to this medicine.
How to store Malathion
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.