Drug of choice in scabies is:
Correct Answer: Ivermectin
Description: Ans: b (Ivermectin) Ref: KDT, 6th ed, p. 814Ivermectin is the only drug effective orally in scabies and pediculosis.Single 0.2 mg/kg dose cures most patients.Drugs used in scabies are permethrin, ivermectin, lindane, benzyl benzoate, crotamiton and sulphur.Malathion can be used in the treatment of pediculosis.Benzoyl peroxide is an anti acne agent.
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