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Elimite™ Cream (permethrin) 5%

Encube Ethicals Pvt. Ltd. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Permethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that disrupts sodium channel function in the nervous system of parasites, causing paralysis and death.

Permethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that disrupts sodium channel function in the nervous system of parasites, causing paralysis and death. Used for Scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei infestation), Head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis infestation).

At a glance

Generic nameElimite™ Cream (permethrin) 5%
Also known asElimite™ Cream
SponsorEncube Ethicals Pvt. Ltd.
Drug classPyrethroid insecticide
TargetVoltage-gated sodium channels
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDermatology / Parasitology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Permethrin acts as a neurotoxin by binding to voltage-gated sodium channels in arthropod nerve and muscle cells, preventing normal repolarization and leading to sustained depolarization. This results in paralysis and death of the parasite. The drug is selectively toxic to arthropods due to their greater sensitivity compared to mammals, which have different sodium channel kinetics and metabolism.

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