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Medication side effect

Can Permethrin cause dry skin?

Pyrethroid [EPC]

Yes — dry skin has been reported as a side effect of Permethrin in FDA adverse-event reports (FAERS) and product labeling. It is among the more frequently reported events for this medication. These are voluntary reports, so they show what's been reported, not how often it happens.

Reported adverse reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS In clinical trials, generally mild and transient burning and stinging followed application with ELIMITE ® (permethrin) 5% Cream in 10% of patients and was associated with the severity of infestation. Pruritus was reported in 7% of patients at various times post-application. Erythema, numbness, tingling, and rash were reported in 1 to 2% or less of patients (see PRECAUTIONS: General ). Other adverse events reported since marketing ELIMITE ® (permethrin) 5% Cream include: headache, fever, dizziness, abdominal pain, diarrhea and nausea and/or vomiting. Although extremely uncommon and not expected when used as directed (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ), rare occurrences of seizure have been reported. None have been medically confirmed as associated with ELIMITE ® treatment.

Warnings

WARNINGS If hypersensitivity to ELIMITE ® (permethrin) 5% Cream occurs, discontinue use.

Other reported side effects of Permethrin

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Frequently asked questions

Is dry skin a side effect of Permethrin?

Yes — dry skin has been reported as a side effect of Permethrin in FDA adverse-event reports (FAERS) and/or its labeling. These are voluntary reports, so they show what's been reported, not how often it happens.

How common is dry skin with Permethrin?

dry skin is among the more frequently reported events for Permethrin in FAERS. Reporting volume isn't a true incidence rate — check the prescribing information for documented frequencies.

What should I do if I have dry skin while taking Permethrin?

Don't stop a prescribed medication on your own. Tell your prescriber or pharmacist — they can tell you whether it's expected, whether it needs attention, and what to do next.

Informational only, drawn from FDA adverse-event reporting (FAERS) and labeling — not medical advice, and not proof a medication caused an effect. Talk to your clinician or pharmacist about any side effect.

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