Lyclear Scabies Cream 30G

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Lyclear Scabies Cream 30g

Effective Permethrin 5% Treatment for Scabies and Crab Louse Infestations

Lyclear Scabies Cream is a pharmacist-sold dermatological product containing Permethrin 5% w/w, a powerful synthetic pyrethroid insecticide. It’s clinically formulated to eradicate scabies mites and crab lice (pubic lice), including their eggs, through topical application. Approved for use in adults and children aged 2 months and above (scabies) and adults 18+ for crab lice, Lyclear Cream offers fast and convenient relief from itching and infestation when used correctly Patient+15Drugs.com+15Amcal Pharmacy+15lucanpharmacy.com+4Patient+4PharmacyOnline+4.

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Active Ingredient

• Permethrin 5% w/w (equivalent to 50 mg/g) — a topical insecticidal agent that disrupts the nervous system of mites and lice, leading to their elimination Drugs.comexpresschemist.co.ukPatient.

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Reasons to Use Lyclear Scabies Cream

• Treats scabies infestations effectively with a single overnight application

• Also effective against crab lice (pubic lice) in adults

• Stops itching within hours and reduces risk of reinfestation when used as directed

• Available without a prescription at pharmacies under pharmacist discretion (UK/Ireland contexts) Amcal PharmacyPharmacyOnline+2Patient+2Patient

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Reasons Not to Use

• Not suitable for individuals with known allergy to permethrin, pyrethrins, or chrysanthemum-family plants postmymeds.co.uk+15Drugs.com+15lucanpharmacy.com+15

• Infants under 2 months should not use without medical supervision. Use in children under 23 months only with professional advice bnf.nice.org.uk+10Boots+10lucanpharmacy.com+10

• Avoid use in individuals with eczema or asthma without consulting a healthcare provider, as it may aggravate symptoms BootsSuperdrug

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Advantages

• Rapid, effective treatment of scabies and crab lice with minimal dosing

• Single full-body topical application typically suffices; repeat only if needed after 7–14 days postmymeds.co.uk+15Drugslib+15Meds Direct To You+15Patient+1

• Well tolerated in most individuals, with predictable application protocol

• Easily accessible from pharmacies without a doctor’s prescription (subject to local regulations)

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Disadvantages

• May cause mild skin irritation, redness, itching, burning sensation, or dry skin (commonly up to 1 in 10 users) BootsDrugslib+1

• Rarely, more serious skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis, urticaria), or respiratory symptoms in allergic individuals DrugslibDrugs.com

• Contains excipients such as formaldehyde, butylated hydroxytoluene, lanolin, paraffin—which may cause irritation or reduce the efficacy of latex barriers like condoms Drugslib+4Boots+4Boots+4

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Strict Usage Instructions

1. Apply only to clean, dry, cool skin, ideally in the evening. Wait 10–15 minutes after application before dressing to allow drying Drugs.com+4Boots+4Meds Direct To You+4.

2. Adults and children aged ≥12 years: apply up to the full 30 g tube; for children aged 6–12 years, use up to half a tube (≈15 g); children 2–5 years use up to ¼ tube (≈7.5 g) lucanpharmacy.com+3Drugslib+3inishpharmacy.com+3.

3. Cover entire body, including neck, palms, soles, between toes/fingers, under nails, armpits, buttocks, and genitals; in children under 2 years additional coverage of face, scalp, and ears (avoid eyes/mouth) expresschemist.co.uk+2Meds Direct To You+2.

4. Leave on for 8–12 hours (typically overnight), avoiding washing during this period. If washing hands, reapply to those areas before expiry of 8‑hour window expresschemist.co.uk+2Superdrug+2.

5. Wash off thoroughly using soap and water after the dwell time.

6. Typically one application suffices. If symptoms persist or return, a second application may be used after 7–14 days expresschemist.co.uk.

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Storage & Disposal

• Store below 25 °C, do not freeze.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Discontinue use past expiry date. Dispose of unused cream per pharmacy guidance Drugslib+2lucanpharmacy.com+2PharmacyOnline+9mhraproductsprod.blob.core.windows.net+9Drugslib+9.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I purchase Lyclear over‑the‑counter?
A: Yes, in many regions it is available from pharmacies without a prescription, subject to pharmacist consultation.

Q: Should household members be treated?
A: Yes, simultaneous treatment of close contacts is recommended to prevent reinfestation.

Q: Can I reuse towels and bedding?
A: Wash clothing, bedding, and towels in hot water ideally on the day of treatment to reduce risk of reinfestation.

Q: Can I shower during treatment?
A: No. Avoid washing or bathing during the 8–12 hours while cream is on, or reapply to washed areas if needed.

Q: Can pregnant or breastfeeding women use it?
A: Consult a healthcare provider prior to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Q: Does it affect ability to drive or operate machinery?
A: No known effects on driving or machine use.

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL ON THE PRODUCT AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE UNLESS DIRECTED BY YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.

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