Scabies
Monosulfiram solution is a parasiticide, active against the burrowing mite Sarcoptes scabiei. It is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of scabies.
Monosulfiram, is an ectoparasiticide used in the treatment and prevention of scabies.
There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.
Very few side-effects occur with Monosulfiram Solution even in cases of undiluted application. A few cases of erythematous rash considered as idiosyncratic response have been reported.
Pregnancy Category is not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Parasiticidal preparations
The solution contains alcohol and monosulfiram, and if ingested this combination will produce a severe reaction with flushing, dyspnoea, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness or sleep. Tachycardia and hypotension may also occur and the resultant myocardial ischaemia may be fatal. Symptomatic measures are required supply of oxygen, if dysponea is excessive, and control of the blood pressure. Other treatment which has been found useful includes application of cardiac stimulants, intravenous iron, ascorbic acid and nicotinamide, adenine and intravenous sodium thiosulphate.
Store at room temperature (below 35° C). Monosulfiram Solution should not be stored in a cold place as this causes deposition of crystals. These can be redissolved by immersing the bottle in warm water. The solution is flammable and should not be kept near naked flame. Water is a suitable diluents for Monosulfiram.