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Can You Take Permethrin Cream For Treatment Of Pityriasis Rosea ?

can you use Permethrin cream for treatment of pityriasis rosea ?
Wed, 2 Mar 2011
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Dermatologist 's  Response
no, it has no value in the treatment of pityriasis versicolor
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General & Family Physician Dr. Raghubhai P. Shah's  Response
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You cannot use Permethrin cream for treatment of pityriasis rosea.
Permethrin cream is used for the treatment of Scabies.
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Dear Taisa, Welcome to HealthcareMagic,
Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting skin disease-- for itching one can use an antihistamine & coconut oil. Some dermatologists prescribe Erythromycin also. As my colleague (Dr Shah) states, permethrin is used for scabies, head lice like infestations.
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Can You Take Permethrin Cream For Treatment Of Pityriasis Rosea ?

no, it has no value in the treatment of pityriasis versicolor