Mixture of isomers A weakly active Type I pyrethrin for use as a "negative" control for the inhibition of calcineurin (protein phosphatase 2B) by Type II pyrethrins.
A pyrethroid insecticide commonly used in the treatment of lice infestations and scabies. It is a yellow to light orange-brown, low melt-ing solid or viscous liquid.
Indication
For the treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies).
Pharmacology
Permethrin, a pyrethroid, is active against a broad range of pests including lice, ticks, fleas, mites, and other arthropods.
Rapidly metabolized by ester hydrolysis to inactive metabolites which are excreted primarily in the urine.
Absorption
Poorly absorbed through the skin.
Elimination
Permethrin is rapidly metabolized by ester hydrolysis to inactive metabolites which are excreted primarily in the urine.
References
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Abedin S, Narang M, Gandhi V, Narang S: Efficacy of permethrin cream and oral ivermectin in treatment of scabies. Indian J Pediatr. 2007 Oct;74(10):915-6.
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• Abedin S, Narang M, Gandhi V, Narang S: Efficacy of permethrin cream and oral ivermectin in treatment of scabies. Indian J Pediatr. 2007 Oct;74(10):915-6. Pubmed