Crotamiton pour les démangeaisons

Eurax

Revu par Sid DajaniDernière mise à jour par Michael Stewart, MRPharmSDernière mise à jour 19 juil. 2023

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Crotamiton is used to relieve itching and skin irritation.

Crotamiton is suitable for adults, the elderly and children over 3 years old. It can be used in younger children on the advice of a doctor.

Avoid contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. If any of the preparation gets into these areas, rinse the area thoroughly with warm water.

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About crotamiton

Type de médicament	Antipruritic
Utilisé pour	Relief of itchy skin irritation (including itching caused by scabies)
Aussi appelé	Eurax®; Combination brand: Eurax® HC (crotamiton with hydrocortisone)
Disponible sous forme de	Crème

Crotamiton relieves itching and skin irritation caused by skin conditions such as itchy dermatitis et allergic rashes. It can provide relief from itching for several hours after each application. Crotamiton is used in particular to help ease itching which can persist after the treatment of gale with a preparation to kill the scabies mite.

Preparations containing crotamiton are available on prescription and they can also be bought without a prescription from pharmacies and other retail outlets. Crotamiton is also available as a combination with hydrocortisone crème.

Before using crotamiton

To make sure this is the right treatment for you, before you start using crotamiton it is important that you speak with a doctor or pharmacist:

Si vous êtes enceinte ou si vous allaitez.
If it is for a child under 3 years of age. This is because in children less than 3 years old, it should only be used on the advice of a doctor.
If your skin is weeping or you think it may be infected.
If you have ever had an allergic reaction to another skin preparation.

How to use crotamiton cream

Before you start using the cream read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside the pack. It will give you more information about crotamiton and will provide you with a full list of any side-effects which you may experience from using it.
Apply a layer of cream to the itchy areas two or three times a day.
Crotamiton is only to be used on external areas of skin.

Tirer le meilleur parti de votre traitement

Do not apply crotamiton to any areas of your your skin which are very sore or inflamed.
Avoid letting the cream/lotion come into contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. If any of the preparation gets into these areas, rinse the area thoroughly with warm water to remove it.
If your skin is dry, it may be making the itching worse. Try using an emollient (moisturiser) every day as this will help to keep your skin supple and moist. They can be applied once a day or several times a day if your skin becomes very dry.
Try to avoid extremes of temperature by wrapping up well in cold weather and wearing light airy clothes in warm weather. Also, try not to wear rough or irritating clothing, as these can make itching worse.

Can crotamiton cream cause problems?

Crotamiton is unlikely to cause side-effects unless you are allergic to one of the ingredients in the preparation. Although this occurs rarely, if your skin condition gets worse or if you develop an allergic-type rash, stop using the cream/lotion and speak with a doctor or pharmacist for further advice.

How to store crotamiton

Gardez tous les médicaments hors de la portée et de la vue des enfants.
Conserver dans un endroit frais et sec, à l'abri de la chaleur directe et de la lumière.

Informations importantes sur tous les médicaments

Never use more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else has swallowed some of this medicine, go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital. Take the container with you, even if it is empty.

Ne conservez pas de médicaments périmés ou indésirables. Apportez-les à votre pharmacie locale qui s'en débarrassera pour vous.

Si vous subissez une opération ou un traitement dentaire, informez la personne effectuant le traitement des médicaments que vous prenez.

Ask your pharmacist if you have any questions about the preparation.

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Si vous ressentez des effets secondaires, vous pouvez les signaler en ligne via le Site web de Yellow Card.

Questions fréquemment posées

Is crotamiton a steroid?

No, crotamiton is not a steroid. It is an antipruritic medicine used for the relief of itchy skin irritation.

Where can crotamiton preparations be obtained?

Preparations containing crotamiton are available through two main channels: they can be prescribed by a doctor, or they can be purchased without a prescription from pharmacies and other retail outlets.

What should I do if crotamiton cream gets into my eyes, nose, or mouth?

If crotamiton cream comes into contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth, you should rinse the affected area thoroughly with warm water to remove it.

Are there any specific situations where crotamiton should not be applied?

Yes, you should not apply crotamiton to any areas of your skin that are very sore or inflamed. Also, avoid using it if your skin is weeping or you suspect it might be infected.