Benzyl benzoate

Also sold as: Ascabiol

No prescription neededSkin medicines

Comes as:Lotion

Usual adult dose

Scabies: apply the 25% lotion to the whole body from the neck down, leave it for 24 hours, then wash it off; repeat as advised. Children need a diluted lotion — ask a pharmacist. Treat everyone in the household.

Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.

Side effects

Common

burning or stinging of the skin
itching
skin irritation

Serious — get help

Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:

severe skin reaction or allergic reaction

Do not take it, or take care, if

Broken or infected skin (use with caution)
Do not put on the face, eyes or mouth
Young children (must be diluted)
Pregnancy and breastfeeding (ask your doctor)

Interactions

No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.