Scabies Causes, Treatments & More
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7. How Is Scabies Treated?
A healthcare provider must prescribe treatment for scabies. Over-the-counter antihistamines may help manage allergic reaction and calamine lotion may help relieve skin irritation. Scabicides are prescription treatments in the form of creams or lotions.
Scabicides should be applied to the entire body and left for a specified amount of time (8-12 hours before washing off) to kill scabies and eggs. Users should follow the treatment instructions carefully. Sexual partners or others who have had prolonged close contact with a person with scabies should also get treatment.
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