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CROTAMITON: 29 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile

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29
Total FAERS Reports
2 (6.9%)
Deaths Reported
3
Hospitalizations
29
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
2
Life-Threatening
3
Disabilities
Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982
FDA Approved
Marnel Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Manufacturer
Discontinued
Status
Yes
Generic Available

Route: TOPICAL · Manufacturer: Marnel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · FDA Application: 006927 · HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · FDA Label: Available

First Report: 20140104 · Latest Report: 20250301

What Are the Most Common CROTAMITON Side Effects?

#1 Most Reported
Pruritus
14 reports (48.3%)
#2 Most Reported
Urticaria
9 reports (31.0%)
#3 Most Reported
Skin burning sensation
9 reports (31.0%)

All CROTAMITON Side Effects by Frequency

Side Effect Reports % of Total Deaths Hosp.
Pruritus 14 48.3% 0 1
Skin burning sensation 9 31.0% 0 0
Urticaria 9 31.0% 0 0

Who Reports CROTAMITON Side Effects? Age & Gender Data

Gender: 65.4% female, 34.6% male. Average age: 53.7 years. Most reports from: GB. View detailed demographics →

Is CROTAMITON Getting Safer? Reports by Year

YearReportsDeathsHosp.
2014 4 1 2
2015 1 0 0
2016 2 0 0
2020 1 1 0
2021 4 0 0
2023 1 0 1
2024 1 0 0
2025 9 0 0

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What Is CROTAMITON Used For?

IndicationReports
Product used for unknown indication 17

Official FDA Label for CROTAMITON

Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.

FDA Approved Uses (Indications)

Pruradik ™ (crotamiton USP 10%) is a scabicidal and antipruritic agent as a lotion for topical use only. Crotamiton is a colorless to slightly yellowish oil, having a faint amine-like odor. It is miscible with alcohol and with methanol. Crotamiton is a mixture of the cis and trans isomers. Its molecular weight is 203. 28. Crotamiton is N-ethyl-N(o-methyl-phenyl) 2-butenamide and its structural formula is: Pruradik lotion contains crotamiton USP 10% (100mg/ml) in a creamy lotion base containing purified water, light mineral oil, propylene glycol, cetearyl alcohol (and) cetearth-20, cetyl alcohol, lanolin, benzyl alcohol, carbomer 971P, sodium hydroxide with citric acid (for pH adjustment). image description

INDICATIONS AND USAGE: For eradication of scabies ( Sarcoptes scabiei ) and for symptomatic treatment of pruritic skin.

Dosage & Administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE.

In

Scabies: Thoroughly massage into the skin of the whole body, from the chin down, paying particular attention to all folds and creases. A second application is advisable 24 hours later. Clothing and bed linen should be changed the next morning. A cleansing bath should be taken 48 hours after the last application.

In

Pruritis: Massage gently into affected areas until medication is completely absorbed. Repeat as needed. DIRECTIONS FOR PATIENTS WITH SCABIES: 1. Take a routine bath or shower. Thoroughly massage Pruradik ™ lotion into the skin from the chin to the toes including folds and creases. 2.

Put

Pruradik lotion under fingernails after trimming the fingernails short, because scabies are likely to remain there. A toothbrush can be used to apply the Pruradik lotion under the fingernails. Immediately after use, the toothbrush should be wrapped in paper and thrown away. Use of the brush in the mouth could lead to poisoning. 3. A second application is advisable 24 hours leater. 4. Clothing and bed linen should be changed the next day. Contaminated clothing and bed linen may be dry-cleaned or washed in the hot cycle of the washing machine. 5. A cleansing bath should be taken 48 hours after the last application.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS: Pruradik lotion should not be applied topically to patients who develop a sensitivity or are allergic to it or who manifest a primary irritation response to topical medications.

Known Adverse Reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS: Primary irritation reactions such as dermatitis, pruritus and rash, and allergic sensitivity reactions have been reported in a few patients. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Marnel Pharmaceuticals at 1-888-850-2905 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Warnings

FOR TOPICAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC, ORAL OR INTRAVAGINAL USE. Rx ONLY

Precautions

PRECAUTIONS: General: Pruradik lotion should not be applied in the eyes or mouth because it may cause irritation. It should not be applied to acutely inflamed skin or raw or weeping surfaces until acute inflammation has subsided.

Drug Interactions

Drug Interactions: None known.