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Indications
Tetmosol solution is a parasiticidal preparation that works against the burrowing mite responsible for scabies, Sarcoptes scabiei. It is used both to treat scabies and to help prevent it.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Monosulfiram is an ectoparasiticide used to treat and help prevent scabies.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category: Not Classified. The FDA has not yet placed this drug into a specific pregnancy category.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.
Adults: Before you apply Monosulfiram Solution, dilute it with two to three parts of water. Wash the patient's body liberally with soap and water and dry it thoroughly. Paint the dilute solution over the entire body, apart from the face and scalp, rubbing it in well and leaving it to dry. Allow about ten minutes for the skin to dry naturally before the patient dresses. This application is suitable for use in clinics dealing with children. In difficult cases, the routine may be repeated on two or three successive days. These instructions apply to both adults and children.