Benzyl Benzoate manufactured by Shreeji Pharma International is an organic compound that has multiple uses, from as an insect repellent to a medication. Lice and scabies can be treated by using this medication. Scabies is typically treated with permethrin or malathion. It is applied topically as a lotion. The typical number of applications is two to three.
Technical Specifications :
- Formula: C14H12O2
- Boiling point: 324 °C
- Density: 1.12 g/cm³
- Other names: benzoic acid phenylmethyl ester, benzy alcohol benzoic ester
- Solubility in water: Insoluble mg/mL (20 °C)
- Classification: Organic compound
How does it work :
To treat lice and scabies infestations, benzyl benzoate can be applied. By acting on their nervous system, this medicine is believed to harm lice and mites by being absorbed by them. There is no prescription required for this medication.
Applications Or where it is used:
For the treatment of Pediculosis, an infestation of lice on the head and on the public areas characterized by extreme itching, benzyl benzoate is used in conjunction with lindane.
How to use:
Rub medicine into entire skin surface from your neck down, including your feet, and make sure it's thoroughly absorbed. Give the medicine 24 hours to work. After that, wash the body thoroughly with warm water and soap. Rinse well with warm water and pat dry with a clean towel.
Dosage of usage :
- Adults Use just once. It may be necessary to repeat treatment twice or three times after 24 hours in evere cases.
- For infants: Use blend with three parts of water, just once.
- For older children: Use blend with an equal quantity of water, just once.
Side effects :
- Blister formation, itching, oozing, crusting, reddening, or scaling of skin.
- Difficulty in urinating
- Jerking movements
- Sudden loss of consciousness
Warnings and precautions while using this product
- General warnings
- Use on skin
- You should not use benzyl benzoate on open wounds.
- External use only
- The medicine should only be applied externally. Taking this substance or applying it to wounds or cracked skin parts is not recommended.
- Sanitization of the environment
- Using this medicine requires sanitizing your bed, clothing, furniture, and other belongings afterward. In order to prevent relapse, it is essential to get rid of the pests present on items of regular use.