Indian journal of dermatology, venereology and leprology
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Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol · Sep 2012
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyComparative efficacy and safety of topical permethrin, topical ivermectin, and oral ivermectin in patients of uncomplicated scabies.
Ivermectin has opened a new era in the management of scabies as orally effective drug. However, topical route has been little explored for ivermectin. ⋯ Permethrin and topical ivermectin were equally effective against scabies while oral ivermectin was significantly less effective up to 2 weeks. Topical ivermectin can be used as an alternative to permethrin.