Lindane

Dosage Forms Available

• Lindane can be applied topically (lotion).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is usually meant for use in adults and children above two years of age.

Contraindications

• Lindane is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Lindane or any component of the formulation. It is also contraindicated in patients with known uncontrolled seizure disorders.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Lindane may interact with several medications, including topical corticosteroids (such as hydrocortisone), other antiparasitic treatments (like permethrin), and medicated lotions or creams (such as salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose of Lindane is unlikely as it is intended for external use only. Using the prescribed dosage is recommended to avoid any side effects.

• There are no specific instructions for a missed dose of Lindane, as it is typically a single-application treatment. Consult your doctor for further guidance.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless. They resolve once you stop using this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any symptoms, please consult your doctor right away. Some common side-effect management tips include:

• If you experience itching or burning sensation on the skin, try to keep the affected area cool and avoid scratching as much as possible.

• For dry skin or skin rash, keep your skin moisturised using fragrance-free moisturisers.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Lindane does not typically interfere with your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. However, if you experience dizziness or drowsiness after applying Lindane, avoid these activities.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Lindane may cross the placenta and cause harm to the unborn baby. It is also found in breast milk and can be harmful to a nursing baby. Hence, Lindane should be used during pregnancy or lactation only if clearly needed.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with severe or uncontrolled seizure disorders should exercise caution when using Lindane.

• Special caution should be taken while using Lindane in patients with highly inflamed, denuded, or weeping skin conditions, as it could increase systemic absorption of Lindane.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain good personal hygiene to prevent re-infestation of scabies and lice.

• Wash your clothes, bed sheets and towels that have been in contact with your skin before the treatment.

• To prevent spreading the infestation to others, avoid close contact until after the lotion has been washed off completely.

• As a preventative measure, all household members may need to be treated with Lindane, even if they do not show symptoms.