Permite

Cream
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Permite is a cream that contains Permethrin 5%. Permethrin is a anti-parasitic: treats scabies and head lice.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Permethrin5%

What it is used for

Treats scabies and head lice.

How it works

An insecticide cream or lotion that kills scabies mites and head lice.

How to take it

Scabies: apply from the neck down to cool, dry skin, leave for 8 to 12 hours, then wash off; repeat after 7 days. Treat everyone in the household at the same time and wash bedding.

Common side effects

Itching and burning (itching can continue for 2 to 4 weeks after cure)

Get medical help straight away if

Rash that spreads or blisters

Be careful

Apply as directed to the whole body for scabies; treat family members too.

Other medicines and interactions

No important interactions.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Considered safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Common questions

What is Permite?

Permite is a cream containing Permethrin 5%.

What is Permite used for?

Treats scabies and head lice.

How should I take Permite?

Scabies: apply from the neck down to cool, dry skin, leave for 8 to 12 hours, then wash off; repeat after 7 days. Treat everyone in the household at the same time and wash bedding. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Permite?

Common side effects include: Itching and burning (itching can continue for 2 to 4 weeks after cure). Get medical help straight away for: Rash that spreads or blisters.

Does Permite need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Permite in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Considered safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Permite?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.