Generic Information
BENZYL BENZOATE
Benzyl Benzoate is indicated for scabies
Parasiticidal preparations, Topical Antifungal preparations
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.
Adult: Apply 3 times at 12 hourly intervals over the whole body, wash-off 12 hr after the last application.
Irritant to eyes and mucous membranes, allergic dermatitis reactions, drying effects in the elderly.
Broken or irritated skin; neonates; pregnancy.
rritant to eyes and mucous membranes, allergic dermatitis reactions, drying effects in the elderly.
Pregnancy Category: Not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Prevent drug from entering the eyes, elderly (drying effects).
Store below 258C.