Scabies 101 and Sulphur 101

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Just thought the Scabies 101 and Sulphur 101 info below is some good

info to have in the archives ...

 

Now, I don't have the annoying critters, but hubby and baby got them,

and the " regular " doc we went to for a diagnosis prescribed the Elemite

Permethrin stuff and I just REFUSE to let hubby and baby use that, so I

called my holistic doc in CO (Philip Incao, MD - anthroposophic

physician) and he is sending us a prescription sulphur salve from a

compound pharmacy in CO, but that isn't expected to arrive until today,

so to help them in the meantime over the weekend we discussed it and

decided that I should make a well diluted blend of oils that includes

oregano linalool, tea tree, spike thyme, Peruvian balsam and bergamot in

a base of neem and sesame oil. Also I went out and got some " pomada de

azufre " at my local Wal-Mart to use until the prescription sulphur

ointment gets here .... since Sean and I don't have it, we're just using

the AT blend and will sulphur up when they are towards the end of their

treatments later this week.

 

I'll keep y'all posted as to the results.

 

Oh, and a PS - From what I have read there are a couple different kinds

of scabies - animal ones and people ones, and I guess that makes sense

cause Jen was mentioning how people aren't their favorite food choice,

but I gotta tell ya - similar to Deb's experience with them - if they

don't like human critters, I'd hate to see what they do to a creature

they DO like, cause hubby has been eaten ALIVE, he looks like he has

leprosy on his ankles and shins! So I'd say he definitely has the

people liking variety ...

 

Anyway, below is some good info ...

 

*Smile*

Chris (list mom)

http://www.alittleolfactory.com

 

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http://www.safe2use.com/scabiesboard/messages2004/27277.html

 

 

Scabies 101--What you need to know about scabies

 

 

Posted by Voyajer on May 28, 2003 at 16:49:20:

It takes approximately 4-6 weeks to develop symptoms after initial

infestation. So you were contagious at least a month before you were

diagnosed. This means you could have given it to anyone at that time

that you had close contact with.

Someone who sleeps in the same room with you has a high possibility of

having scabies although they show no symptoms. The symptoms are caused

by an allergic reaction the body develops over time to the mites and

their by-products under the skin, thus the 4-6 week " incubation " period.

There are usually relatively few mites on a normal, healthy person

(about 11 females in burrows). Scabies are microscopic (sometimes they

are visible as a pinpoint of white, but most people can't see them). The

females burrow into the skin and lay eggs there. Males roam on top of

skin but can burrow and do, but both males and females surface at times

(especially at night). They can be washed off or scratched off (however

scratching should be done with a washcloth to avoid cutting the skin as

this can lead to infection), which helps to keep the total population

low. Also, we create antibodies to the scabies mites which kill some of

them. People with compromised immune systems do not develop antibodies

to the mites and may develop crusted Norwegian scabies, where many form

scabs or have very red skin especially in the elderly (white or gray

crusted areas develop with little itching and little or no red bumps)

and mite population numbers soar (to hundreds, thousands, or in AIDS

patients millions). These cases require additional treatment options to

ensure a complete kill. Ivermectin is the treatment of choice in these

patients combined with any other topical treatment.

Treatments basically fall into a few different categories: topical

" pesticide " applications, systemic " tablet " doses (which are great

because you don't have to worry that you missed a spot) and the least

toxic treatment is 10% sulfur ointment (this is also the cheapest

treatment and has the least long-term side-effects).

Doctors normally prescribe topical applications of a chemical called

Permethrin 5% (a poisonous pesticide). Brand names include Acticin and

Elimite. Never use these topical pesticides twice in the same week, you

will get pesticide poisoning and can die. Application of these creams

should be made from top of head (if you

live in a humid climate or have had scabies misdiagnosed for several

months) to tips of toes, all nooks, crannies, creases and crevices.

Don't forget under finger and toe nails, belly button, etc. Leave the

cream on at least 12 hours but up to 24 (optimal is 16 hours for a

kill). Repeat the process in seven days to ten days if

necessary. The systemic approach involves a drug called Ivermectin,

generic name Stromectol. A dosage is prescribed according to weight at

least 12 mg for an adult, taken all at once and repeated in seven days

if necessary. This is the easiest and quickest method although most

doctors are as yet unfamiliar with this treatment.

After treatment has been applied or taken, (or directly before treatment

if you are careful and wear gloves) cleaning of environment should

occur. Wash all recently worn clothing in hot water and dry in a hot

dryer. There is no need to wash clean clothes that haven't been touched

in the past week. Place clean clothes on a clean

sheet out of the dryer. Things that cannot be washed can be dry cleaned.

Place other stuffed animals and pillows in a plastic bag for two weeks

or freeze these items and shoes in the freezer overnight in a plastic

bag with twist tie. This will kill any mites. Towels and bedding should

be removed and washed daily for at least three days after each

treatment, including mattress pad and pillow covers. Pillows can be

tossed in hot dryer for 30 minutes and mattresses can be vacuumed.

Vacuum all carpets, rugs and upholstered furniture daily. Don't forget

about things like coats, gloves, hats, slippers, robes, kitchen towels,

wetsuits, etc. Either isolate long enough for the mites to die in a

plastic bag (at least 2 weeks) or clean or freeze overnight. Mop all

floor surfaces and clean bathroom surfaces (this only needs to be done

after the first treatment). Thoroughly clean brushes and combs too (this

is extra precaution and may not be necessary). This routine needs to be

repeated at the time of the second follow-up treatment to ensure a

thorough kill.

If there are pets in the house, they should be either treated with a

pemethrin shampoo at the same time as the humans or isolated and treated

with Revolution. There are other herbal treatments if desired.

Ivermectin products are also available for pets.

The key is timing. All household members should be treated at the same

time and cleaning must be thorough and simultaneous.

Sulfur treatment is a little messier, but many here have found

complications later by taking Permethrin treatments (Acticin or Elimite)

due to the pesticide content. Sometimes the effects of too much

pesticide can cause bad complications for a year or more. 10% sulfur

ointment needs to be left on the body 24/7 for a week. This is effective

and the least toxic method. It is your choice as to which method you

prefer to use.

However, do not under any circumstances use the topical pesticide called

Lindane (Kwell or Kwellada -- however Kwellada-P with the " -P " is

Permethrin) as this has caused 17 deaths in the US according to the FDA

and will probably soon be taken off the market. Australia already has a

ban on Lindane use for scabies along with 7 other countries. There are

several other countries that have banned Lindane for agricultural use

(i.e. the entire EU).

Expect increased itching and red bumps for the first week after taking

any medication for scabies. The dead mites do not leave your skin for 30

days. They will come out with your natural shedding process. During

those 30 days expect

new bumps and itching.

Do not use topical pesticides more than directed.

There are several medications to treat scabies. I'm listing them in the

order that I think of as the worst to the best.

1. Worst: Lindane (Kwell, Kwellada). Up to 40% of this pesticide is

absorbed into the bloodstream. It has been linked to 17 deaths by the US

government FDA (3 were positively caused by Lindane). DO NOT USE. THROW

AWAY!

2. Malathion: Toxic pesticide, damages genes in the body

3. Permethrin: Toxic pesticide but 2% absorption into bloodstream so

slightly

safer than above

4. Crotamiton (Eurax): Less toxic, but less effective. Must use for a

week minimum

to 10 days.

5. Benzyl Benzoate: Less toxic, but can cause asthmatic and allergic

reactions.

Must use for a week on 1st, 4th, and 7th day.

6. Ivermectin: Oral dewormer. Newest scabies treatment. Safer than all

of the

above and easiest and quickest to use.

7. 10% sulfur ointment: Safest treatment. Non-toxic. Used in pregnant

women and infants under two months of age but effective in everyone if

used for 7 days.

Cheapest treatment. Over-the-counter treatment. May be used as often as

one

likes with no toxicity. Drawbacks: messy, stains clothes, use white

sheets and T-shirts.

 

 

For itching:

NEVER USE A STEROID OR CORTICOSTEROID. These can cause a weakened immune

system creating various new diseases and the worst type of scabies.

Options: Benadryl over-the-counter or other antihistamine. Prescription:

Doxepin (oral or topical).

 

 

Information on sulfur ointment should you choose to use it:

 

 

Just copying my standard answer:

All topical treatments to the skin should be tested on a small area

first for allergic reaction including sulfur ointment.

As regards the sulfur treatment, what I read was that in an orphanage in

Mexico,

10% sulfur in cold cream (which I believe they mixed together

themselves) was applied once a day at night for 3 days straight to every

child (total 58 were treated this way). I believe that the cold cream

spread in a thinner layer than would the vaseline ointment normally

used. Three days were let pass then one additional night of ointment was

applied. Nothing was applied during the day. Clothing and bedding were

changed on the 3rd day. So in total the treatment was carried out only 4

times at once a day. All those treated with this cold cream mixture were

evaluated on the 10th after initial treatment began and considered free

of scabies by the researchers in the study. However, if you are an adult

with scabies that was misdiagnosed for several

months, I would suggest doing sulfur every day for a week if you find it

comfortable. If not, then 3 days on, 3 days off, 3 days on, 3 days off,

3 days on. This will ensure a kill. Reapply sulfur each day after

bathing.

If you were exposed to someone with scabies but show no signs, you could

have one or two or no scabies mites on you. I think it might be

sufficient in this case to only go for a 3 day treatment and then wait

and see. A three day treatment is what

you will find most manuals recommend.

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Re: sulfer powder recipe needed

 

 

Posted by Jenny on July 24, 2003 at 02:17:28:

In Reply to: Re: sulfer powder recipe needed posted by Sheila on July

23, 2003 at

16:08:51:

Personally, I think it's better to do one thing at a time. Done right,

and together with the 101 routine, sulfur, like Ivermectin, is a

surefire cure in it´s own right. I agree, the side effects of the

Ivermectin will be confusing along with everything else that is going

on; it is wise to keep the itch iness anfd the drying out of the skin

down as much as possible, also, perhaps, wise to save the Ivermectin for

a rainy day...

 

 

Below is the continouysly modified sulfur 101, with an easy recipe for a

home

made cold cream base.

 

 

Sulfur 101

 

 

This post contains most of the sulfur info part from Voyajer´s Scabies

101, with

some additional suggestions, mostly on how to mix your own sulfur cream

and where to get the sulfur powder for this, and also updates on where

to buy the pre-made ointments. Voyajer´s 'Scabies 101' needs to be

studied very carefully in

addition to the below.

 

 

To mix your own sulfur

 

 

Where to buy the sulfur powder

 

 

Pharmacies (ask for sublimed sulfur, and if you're lucky, they will

compound it for you, see below)

Paint supply stores

Garden supply stores

 

 

Be very careful to get 100 % precipitated sulfur, also kalled sublimed

sulfur, or brimstone, or flowers of sulfur, or milk of sulfur. These are

pure elemental sulfur, natural and non-toxic. It is a relatively fine

crystalline powder, light lime colour, with a faint pleasant lemon

fragrance (will not stink). Please keep tightly sealed as it attracts

moist. The powder, undiluted, will burn your skin. I got it in a paint

store, it was referred to as 'pure sulfur' meaning 100% pure native (or

elemental) sulfur, which will always be processed in one of the above

ways.

 

 

By mail order from the web

http://www.medichest.com/shopbin/sc/order.cgistoreid=*22a2f86a1e5e64dacb

cc6004def7951b4eec44 & sbid=SS

MSB1057486660.936 & prevlocation=http://www.medichest.com/Relay.asp

 

 

Sulfur Powder Sublimed ***hum 12 OZ K118877 $7.18 $7.18 Sub Total $7.18

 

 

Also

http://www.germadrugs.com/cgibin/shopper.cgipreadd=action & key=11848 & refe

r

ence=/cgibin/shopper.cgi3Fsearch3Daction26keywords3Dsulfur26searchstart%

3

D0%26template%3DTemplates/search.htm

Flowers of Sulfur (113g.)

Price: $2.65

Weight 0.38 (Gross Wt.)

 

 

Also

http://www2.eckerd.com/search.aspMSCSProfile=95385A1F52DEA1A229D5B375420

54464DD2B7EB499A662199FF2823E155657373BDC6AFFAA67A9DA3527C8BC16EF9DFD48E

F1D07C1B57D622A779E9441F3BE1519D87B16104E16D9C169427E4CE

A989D0201FE16FAFB2234536A6896B85033EE30543A7E4683DF85B21B1B80306CD0A1D35

1B325584778A3C153832F91AA233BBD66822114C6979B & sSearchType=1 & sText=sulfur

& find=sulfur & SearchName= & fc=and & p= & bool=and & fuzzy= & browse=True & exturl=ht

tp%3A%2F%2Feckerd.healthcite.com%2FTopic%2F & cookie%5Ftest=1

 

 

Sublimed Sulfur Powder

4 oz

$2.99

 

 

You can also call your local drugstore and ask them to refer you. You

ask for:Precipitated sulfur, or sublimed sulfur, or flowers of sulfur,

or brimstone.

 

 

Which base to use

 

 

Cold cream, which is the least messy because it vanishes into your skin,

or pure

vaseline, or mineral oi (or pure petroleum jelly, which is the cheapest

but really

messy.) Here's how you make your own cold cream base

 

 

Basic Cold Cream

Ingredients

1/2 cup mineral oil

1 ounce beeswax

1/4 teaspoon borax

1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon distilled water

essential oil scent, if desired

Instructions

Heat oil and wax in double boiler. Dissolve borax in water and boil. Add

to wax in a

thin stream,

stirring vigorously in one direction. When mixed remove from heat and

check

temperature. At

140º, add scent. At 120º, pour into jars.

Makes one cup of cream.

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How to mix the sulfur cream or ointment

These are several quotes from Voyajer, who posted on this board:

" Make sure the sulfur is precipitated (which is also called'sublimed' or

'flowers of sulfur' and many other names). You can mix your own because

it is really cheap that way, but be sure to mix it well with an electric

mixer or in a blender. 10% of the sulfur powder and 90% cold cream or

vaseline...Don't breathe in any of the sulfur powder. Use a face mask.

If you have protective

goggles this would be good too...Just in case the sulfur powder flies

into the air by accident. It will burn the heck out of eyes, nose and

mouth. Be careful. Also see that the powder does not get on your skin.

And clean the blender really well afterward...

Some people are allergic to sulfur ointment. It is very important to get

the percentage right. An 8% mixture might not make a person react when a

10% mixture does make them react. Also, anything over 10% sulfur if

mixed incorrectly

can make almost anyone have an allergic reaction. It has to be made

correctly. "

 

 

The best way is to use a blender, add the powder little by little - by

the spoonful, take care to avoid dusting - and slowly as you would when

making a mayonnaise.

 

 

For children, use 6 %, If necesserary go down to 5 %, although at that

ratio, Voyajer suggested prolonging treatment. For a grown up person, at

the 6% ratio, 14 days straight was suggested. See more about length of

treatment below.

 

 

Pre-made sulfur creams

adult Acnomel

 

 

" Adult Acnomel

8% sulfur 2% resorcinol (specifically for acne, but will work) This is

flesh colored and you can

wear it on your face all day. "

 

 

" Adult Acnomel

8% sulfur 2% resorcinol (specifically for acne, but will work)--good for

face in humid or damp

climates or in demodex. Available at Sav-on " ...

 

 

a little pricey but worth it. No disturbing

odor.

 

 

From the web

 

 

The most effective over-the-counter acne medication you can buy. Acnomel

fights break-outs

before and during occurances, eliminating existing blemishes and helping

to prevent future

breakouts. *Deep cleans pores and absorbs excess oil* to let clear,

clean, healthy skin show

through. Cleanse the skin thoroughly before applying medication. Cover

the entire affected area with a *thin layer*

http://www.medichest.com/acnomelacnemedicatio.html

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Warnings & Precautions

Warnings: For external use only. Apply to affected areas only. Do not

use on

broken skin or apply to large areas of the body. Do not get into eyes.

If excessive

skin irritation develops or increases, discontinue use and consult a

physician.

Using other topical acne medications at the same time or immediately

following use of this product may increase dryness or irritation of the

skin. If this occurs, only one medication should be used unless directed

by a physician. Keep this and all medication out of the reach of

children. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance

or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Active Ingredients

Resorcinol 2% , Sulfur 8%

Inactive Ingredients

Alcohol 15% W/w, Bentonite, Fragrance, Iron Oxide, Potassium Hydroxide,

Propylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Purified Water

 

 

Where to get adult Acnomel on the web

 

 

http://shop.store./buyinprivate/acacmedcream.html

 

 

http://www.medichest.com/acnomelacnemedicatio.html

http://hardtofindbrands.com/cf/products_detail.cfm?ItemNum=116 & search=al

l#

 

 

http://www.numarklabs.com/OTC.html

 

 

Walgreens:

http://216.239.41.104/searchq=cache:DDLc8fU9Tk0J:www.walgreens.com/store

/product.jhtml%3FPRODID%3D436626CATID3D100303+acnomel+ingredients & hl=en &

lr=lang_da|lang_en|lang_fr|lang_no|lang_es|lang_sv|lang_de & ie=UTF-8

 

 

Here´s where you can other brands (different kinds) pre-made sulfur

creams or ointment by mail order:

 

 

http://www.germadrugs.com/cgibin/shopper.cgipreadd=action & key=128-39

Sulfur Ointment 2 oz

'SULFUR OINTMENT. USP 10%

Use: Great for affections of the skin, fungus, spots, acne, ect.

Directions: Apply twice daily during the day for a total of 7 days.

Formula: Sulfur Precip. 10g., Petrolatum 90g.

Buy 6 for $3.84 ea.'

 

 

Also:

http://www.deadseacosmetic.com/

'5% sulfur cream and 10% sulfur cream (for an adult, use the 10%,for

children try

the 5%)'

 

 

" Also available OTC at Walmart and CVS "

- From a poster on this board:

" Not all Walmarts carry Unquento Azufre 10 %. Where I live, 2 out of 5

walmarts stocked it. I found it over by the first aid items (bandaids,

chigger ointment, itch/burn creams.) Look for small 2.5 oz. container

with yellow label runs about $3.80. Every Walmart I've been to I've

found it on the top shelf. Don't call around to each Walmart. You MUST

go in and check for your self. I found some stores told me they didn't

have it when they did. I asked the pharmacist to give me the OTC stock

managers extension# just so I could call him & get an idea when he

restocked that item. Kinda crazy, but every time I went there, there

would be but 1 container left! Must be a Hot Item!! "

 

 

Earlier posters found it in 'the hispanic pharmacy section' at Walmart.

" they have a

10% sulfur ointment. It's a small white jar with a yellow/orange label

made by De La Cruz POMADA DE AZUFRE. It is a 2.6 OZ jar - it's use on

the front says it is 'Acne Medication'... "

 

 

" ...Sulfur ointment I found at a southwestern USA Walmart, in the

Mexican body products section, which was in the aisle with hair

colorings, brushes & combs: Brand name 'De La Cruz Pomada De Azufre'

Acne Medication, Sulfur Ointment

10%, 2.6 oz, $3.99. White plastic jar with orange label. Distributed by

DLC Marketing Co.,

Paramount, CA

90723.

Ingredients: Specially processed microcrystalline sulfur 10% in an

oil-free, water-washable base. It feels very greasy to me, like

vaseline. IMHO it's too greasy for a good acne med. & my teenagers won't

use it.... " Some U.S. pharmacies do not carry them but will compose them

for you on demand, I guess they have the powder or order it for you, and

mix it with petroleum jelly. One poster said it takes them an hour to do

this.

 

 

Compounding pharmasists in your area:

http://www.iacprx.org/referral_service/index.html

 

 

From this board:

The Medical Shoppe mixed up a batch for me. The pharmacist used sublime

sulfur which he said was better and less gritty than precipitated. It

also doesn't have that aweful sulfur smell. The first Medical Shoppe I

called said they still needed the doctor to call it in to the

pharmacist, but the second one I called said no problem. So sometimes

you just have to call around, they can do it for you without a

prescription if they want to. Also from talking with the pharmacist I

gather that (as one pharmacist put it) it is a tedious job, and they are

usually fond of doing it anyway. So, I think they prefer you to buy

more, like a lb. or something, to make it worth their while. I got one

pound for $30.00. The Medicine Shoppe has franchises. You could go on

line and find the closest one to you.

www.medicineshoppe.com "

 

 

Suggestion: Ask them to use a cold cream base.

 

 

 

How to use the sulfur cream

 

 

Patch test for 24 hours before you start the actual treatment. If your

skin turns " lobster red " under the patch there is an allergy and the

treatment should be reconsidered. A hive-like rash under the patch would

mean the same thing.

Allergic reaction to the sulfur is not very frequent and does not mean

that sulfur is

in any way toxic.

The sulfur may be itchy by itself which isnormal. All remedies for

scabies are likely to cause some itch.

" Application should be made from top of head to tips of toes, all nooks,

crannies, creases and crevices. Don't forget under finger and toe nails,

belly button, etc. "

 

 

 

How long to treat for

 

 

From Voyajers Scabies 101:

" As regards the sulfur treatment, what I read was that in an orphanage

in Mexico, 10% sulfur in cold cream (which I believe they mixed together

themselves) was applied once a day at night for 3 days straight to every

child (total 58 were treated this way). I believe that the cold cream

spread in a thinner layer than would the

vaseline ointment normally used. Three days were let pass then one

additional night of ointment was applied. Nothing was applied during the

day. Clothing and bedding were changed on the 3rd day. So in total the

treatment was carried out

only 4 times at once a day. All those treated with this cold cream

mixture were evaluated on the 10th after initial treatment began and

considered free of scabies by the researchers in the study. However, if

you are an adult with scabies that was misdiagnosed for several months,

I would suggest doing sulfur every day for a

week if you find it comfortable. If not, then 3 days on, 3 days off, 3

days on, 3 days off, 3 days on. This will ensure a kill. Reapply sulfur

each day after bathing. If you were exposed to someone with scabies but

show no signs, you could have one or two or no scabies mites on you. I

think it might be sufficient in this case to

only go for a 3 day treatment and then wait and see. A three day

treatment is what you will find most manuals recommend. "

 

 

Bathing/showering is not mandatory for the treatment, but reapplication

is. Bathing helps for the treatment though, especially a gentle scrub

bath. Use the

mildest soap!

 

 

The petroleum ointment seals the body heat in and may make you feel warm

and sweaty. This is part of the treatment, as is a certain amount of

itchiness.

Voyajer: " The reason sulfur works best in petrolum (Vaseline) or cold

cream is the coverage. Vaseline leaves an airtight film on the skin.

Many recent studies suggest that the mites need to breathe...Scabies

burrows show small holes in the roof denoting the need for air. The

vaseline in the sulfur ointment forces them out to

breathe. This makes them burn in the sulfur. It is a good system to cure

them. "

 

 

Annie: " Suggestion - wrap yourself in CLINGWRAP after applying

ointments......makes for better penetration of medication (my derm

suggested

that). "

- Not necessary, but gives you a feel for the underlying principle.

 

 

From the web, some generalinfo on topical sulfur from an acne site

(please note that the brands mentioned here pertain to acne treatment,

not scabies treatment!)

 

 

Sulfur Topical

Brand Name(s):

Cuticura Ointment, Finac, Fostex Regular Strength Medicated Cover-Up,

Fostril

Lotion, Lotio-Asulfa, Sulpho-Lac

Drug Class:

Acne drug

Available OTC?: Yes

Available Generic?: Yes

 

 

Available In

Cream, lotion, ointment, bar soap

Why Prescribed

To treat skin conditions including acne, seborrheic dermatitis, and

scabies.

How It Works

Topical sulfur is lethal to various strains of bacteria (which are a

primary cause of

acne), fungus, parasites, and other types of microorganisms. It also

promotes

softening, dissolution, and peeling of hard, scaly, roughened, or

irregular surface

skin.

Range and Frequency

For acne, lotion, cream, or bar soap: Use on skin as needed. To use the

soap,

work up a rich lather using warm water. Wash the affected area, rinse

thoroughly,

apply again and rub in gently for a few minutes. Remove excess lather

with a

towel or tissue, without rinsing. Lotion: Apply 2 or 3 times a day.

Ointment: Apply

the 0.5% ointment as needed. Wash the affected area with soap and water

and

dry thoroughly before application. For seborrheic dermatitis: Use 1 or 2

times a

day as directed on the package instructions. For scabies: Apply the 6%

ointment

every night for 3 nights. The ointment should be applied to the entire

body from

the neck down. You may bathe before each application and should bathe 24

 

hours after the last application.

Onset of Effect

Unknown.

Duration of Action

Unknown.

Dietary Advice

Topical sulfur can be used without regard to diet.

Storage

Store in a tightly sealed container away from heat and direct light.

Keep the

cream, lotion, and ointment forms from freezing.

Missed Dose

Resume your regular dosage schedule with the next application. Do not

double

the next dose.

Stopping the Drug

If you are using sulfur by prescription, the decision to stop taking the

drug should

be made by your doctor. If you are using it without prescription, you

may stop

taking the drug when your skin has cleared; however, it is likely that

the condition

will recur.

Prolonged Use

If prescribed, do not use sulfur for longer than your doctor recommends.

 

Over 60

No special precautions required.

Driving and Hazardous Work

No special precautions are necessary.

Alcohol

No special precautions are necessary.

Pregnancy

Sulfur has not been shown to cause birth defects or other problems

during

pregnancy. Before you use sulfur, tell your doctor if you are pregnant

or plan to

become pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Topical sulfur has not been reported to cause problems in nursing

infants. Consult

your doctor for specific advice.

Infants and Children

Use and dosage for children must be determined by your pediatrician.

Special Concerns

Anyone with a history of allergy to sulfur and other ingredients in the

medication

should not use this product. Keep sulfur away from the eyes. If you

accidentally

get some of the medicine in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water.

 

Overdose Symptoms

Excessive application of topical sulfur may lead to more-severe

irritation of the

skin.

What to Do

If topical sulfur is accidentally ingested, call your doctor, emergency

medical

services (EMS), or the nearest poison control center immediately.

Drug Interactions

Consult your doctor for specific advice if you are using abrasive soaps

or

cleansers, alcohol-containing preparations, any other acne agent, any

preparation

containing a peeling agent such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid,

alpha hydroxy

acids, sulfur, or vitamin A, or soaps, medicated cosmetics, or other

cosmetics that

dry the skin. Also tell your doctor if you are using any other

prescription or over-

the-counter drug for a skin condition.

Food Interactions

No known food interactions.

Disease Interactions

You should not use sulfur if you have had a prior allergic reaction to

it.

Side effects

Serious

No serious side effects have been reported.

Common

Mild redness and peeling of skin.

Less Common

Skin irritation or allergy with redness, peeling, burning, stinging,

itching, or rash.

Contact your doctor.

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

I gotta add that I'd hate to see what happens to things the scabies parasite

DOES like too--one of the nursing homes I worked

in wound up on quarantine for 3 months, staff in isolation gear all shift,

double-bagging our silly brains out, due to this

sucker. We had to use the Lindane treatments--so hard on these old frail folks

and we weren't allowed to use other lotions or

creams except for other prescriptions. Awful, nasty stuff and I feel for anyone

who has it--I didn't get it but had to do

the treatments right along with the residents to prevent reinfestation.

I know this doesn't help but I do know the feeling,

Serra

 

 

 

Christine Ziegler wrote:

 

> Just thought the Scabies 101 and Sulphur 101 info below is some good

> info to have in the archives ...

>

> Now, I don't have the annoying critters, but hubby and baby got them,

> and the " regular " doc we went to for a diagnosis prescribed the Elemite

> Permethrin stuff and I just REFUSE to let hubby and baby use that, so I

> called my holistic doc in CO (Philip Incao, MD - anthroposophic

> physician) and he is sending us a prescription sulphur salve from a

> compound pharmacy in CO, but that isn't expected to arrive until today,

> so to help them in the meantime over the weekend we discussed it and

> decided that I should make a well diluted blend of oils that includes

> oregano linalool, tea tree, spike thyme, Peruvian balsam and bergamot in

> a base of neem and sesame oil. Also I went out and got some " pomada de

> azufre " at my local Wal-Mart to use until the prescription sulphur

> ointment gets here .... since Sean and I don't have it, we're just using

> the AT blend and will sulphur up when they are towards the end of their

> treatments later this week.

>

> I'll keep y'all posted as to the results.

>

> Oh, and a PS - From what I have read there are a couple different kinds

> of scabies - animal ones and people ones, and I guess that makes sense

> cause Jen was mentioning how people aren't their favorite food choice,

> but I gotta tell ya - similar to Deb's experience with them - if they

> don't like human critters, I'd hate to see what they do to a creature

> they DO like, cause hubby has been eaten ALIVE, he looks like he has

> leprosy on his ankles and shins! So I'd say he definitely has the

> people liking variety ...

>

> Anyway, below is some good info ...

>

> *Smile*

> Chris (list mom)

> http://www.alittleolfactory.com

>

 

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