Training: Scabies
Chapter 2: Counselling

Part 3: Recommend and provide Extra info

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Your recommendations should include what you consider to be the best, complete health solution for the patient’s condition.

Explain the complete health solution for their condition, informing the patient why you are recommending each product and lifestyle option - let the patient decide if they want the whole, best health solution or just a part of it.

  • Topical Scabicides
    Permethrin (Lyclear, Quellada) or Benzyl Benzoate (Benzemul) as first-line treatments.

    Oral Scabicides
    Ivermectin (prescription required) for severe or widespread cases.

    Symptom Relief
    Hydrocortisone cream (DermAid) for itching or inflammation; antihistamines (e.g., Claratyne, Zyrtec) for nighttime itch relief.

    Complementary Options
    Tea Tree Oil and Neem Oil may provide additional symptom management but are not standalone treatments.

  • Maintain Hygiene
    Wash bedding, towels, and clothing in hot water and dry on high heat; seal unwashed items in plastic bags for 72 hours.

    Avoid Close Contact
    Minimize skin-to-skin contact and sharing of personal items until treatment is complete.

    Soothe Symptoms
    Take cool baths, use unscented moisturizers, and keep nails trimmed to reduce skin damage from scratching.

  • General Practitioner (GP)
    For severe, persistent symptoms or cases requiring oral ivermectin.

    Dermatologist
    For uncertain diagnoses or recurring infestations.

    Obstetrician
    If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, to ensure safe treatment options.