Tetmosol 25% w/w

Tetmosol 25% w/w | INDICATIONS AND USES

Monosulfiram solution is a parasiticide, active against the burrowing mite Sarcoptes scabiei. It is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of scabies.

Tetmosol 25% w/w | PHARMACOLOGY

Monosulfiram, is an ectoparasiticide used in the treatment and prevention of scabies.

Tetmosol 25% w/w | DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

Before application Monosulfiram Solution should be diluted with two to three parts of water. The patient's body should be liberally washed with soap and water and thoroughly dried. Apart from face and scalp, the entire body should be painted with the dilute solution, which is rubbed well in and left to dry. About ten minutes is allowed for the skin to dry naturally and the patient then dresses. Application is suitable for use in clinics dealing with children. In difficult cases this routine may be repeated successively for two or three days. These instructions are applicable to adults and children.

Tetmosol 25% w/w | DRUG INTERACTIONS

There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.

Tetmosol 25% w/w | SIDE EFFECTS

Very few side-effects occur with Monosulfiram Solution even in cases of undiluted application. A few cases of erythematous rash considered as idiosyncratic response have been reported.

Tetmosol 25% w/w | USE DURING PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

Pregnancy Category is not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.

Tetmosol 25% w/w | THERAPEUTIC CLASS

Parasiticidal preparations

Tetmosol 25% w/w | STORAGE CONDITIONS

Store at room temperature (below 35°C). Monosulfiram Solution should not be stored in a cold place as this causes deposition of crystals. These can be redissolved by immersing the bottle in warm water. The solution is flammable and should not be kept near naked flame. Water is a suitable diluents for Monosulfiram.