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Velkin-G Lotion is an antiparasitic drug used to treat scabies (a skin infection) and pediculosis (lice infestation). Velkin-G Lotion kills scabies mites and their eggs by going through the skin. Velkin-G Lotion is used to treat scabies and pediculosis in patients for whom other medicines did not work or cannot be given other safer medicines.
No, Velkin-G Lotion is not recommended for patients with uncontrolled fits as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have a history of fits before using Velkin-G Lotion.
No, Velkin-G Lotion should not be applied immediately after bathing as warm or wet skin helps Velkin-G Lotion penetrate through the skin quickly and may increase the risk of fits. Therefore, you are advised to wait for a minimum of 1 hour after taking a shower or bath.
Velkin-G Lotion does not prevent scabies or reinfestation (recurring scabies). Velkin-G Lotion kills the mites and is only used in the treatment of scabies that has already started.
Scabies is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through physical contact. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close physical contact until the treatment for scabies is completed.
Alcohol
Caution
The interaction of alcohol with Velkin-G Lotion is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Velkin-G Lotion.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Velkin-G Lotion is a Category C pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women due to the increased risk of adverse effects to the unborn baby or fetus.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Velkin-G Lotion is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the nursing baby.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Velkin-G Lotion usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Velkin-G Lotion in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
Caution
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Velkin-G Lotion in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
Caution
Velkin-G Lotion is not recommended for use in premature babies. Please consult a child specialist before using Velkin-G Lotion in children.
About Velkin-G Lotion
Velkin-G Lotion belongs to a class of medications called ‘antiparasitic drugs’ used to treat scabies and pediculosis. Scabies is a skin infection caused by mites. Pediculosis is the infestation of lice in the hairy parts of the body, especially the scalp. These conditions are contagious and spread from one person to another with direct contact. Symptoms include rashes and persistent itching in the infected area, which worsens in the night-time.
Velkin-G Lotion contains ‘Gamma benzene hexachloride’ (also called Lindane). It is an antiparasite and acts by killing mites and lice and their eggs by penetrating the skin. It is recommended to use only if you have scabies and pediculosis. Velkin-G Lotion doesn't help to prevent these conditions.
Velkin-G Lotion is only for external use. You should use Velkin-G Lotion exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Velkin-G Lotion may cause side effects such as dryness, rash, itching, or burning sensation in the treated area. Most of these side effects of Velkin-G Lotion do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or get worse, please consult your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to use Velkin-G Lotion if you are allergic to any of its contents. Velkin-G Lotion should not be used for people who have had any seizure episodes (fits). Inform your doctor if you have. Before taking Velkin-G Lotion, inform your doctor if you have AIDS/HIV or liver cirrhosis, alcoholism, history of head injury, spinal cord, or brain tumor. It is not recommended for premature babies, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and elderly people. It is not known whether the Velkin-G Lotion can interact with alcohol. So, please consult your doctor. Velkin-G Lotion may not affect your ability to drive.
Uses of Velkin-G Lotion
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Velkin-G Lotion is an antiparasitic drug used to treat scabies (a skin infection) and pediculosis (lice infestation). Velkin-G Lotion kills scabies mites and their eggs by going through the skin. Velkin-G Lotion in shampoo form is used to treat head lice. Velkin-G Lotion is used to treat scabies and pediculosis in patients for whom other medicines did not work or cannot be given other safer medicines.
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Side Effects of Velkin-G Lotion
Drug Warnings
Do not use Velkin-G Lotion in premature infants due to the increased risk of skin permeability. If you have uncontrolled fits, inform your doctor before using Velkin-G Lotion. It may be absorbed by the whole body and cause central nervous system toxicity resulting in disorientation, dizziness, and fits. You are advised to wash Velkin-G Lotion from the body completely after 8-12 hours using warm water as leaving it on the skin for a prolonged time may lead to fatal effects. There may be skin itching for a few weeks even after using Velkin-G Lotion. However, if the itching worsens, please consult a doctor. Do not use Velkin-G Lotion to treat the second attack of scabies that comes immediately after the first episode as using it more than one time can lead to fatal effects.
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