Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion Benefits & Uses

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Head Lice

Other Benefits

Scabies

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Scabies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp Dosage Form: Lotion Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Scabies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp Dosage Form: Lotion Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Scabies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp Dosage Form: Lotion Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Scabies Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp Dosage Form: Lotion Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion is used -

Common

Skin Burning
Skin Rash
Numbness or tingling
Irritability
Skin Inflammation

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion Related Warnings

Is the use of Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion safe for pregnant women?

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion on the Kidneys?

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion on the Liver?

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion on the Heart?

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Inflammatory Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion

Is this Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Benzyl Benzoate Application Lotion and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 903

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