FDA label
What is permethrin used for?
The FDA-approved uses of permethrin, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Permethrin cream 5% is indicated for the treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies).”
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Permethrin, cream
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. (ANDA209732). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Permethrin cream 5% is indicated for the treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies).
Source: DailyMed label, set id 31de941a-d5b9-8de5-6695-daca8b57d010, version 3, effective July 24, 2026. NDC 43598-481, one of 9 listings for this product.
Questions
What is permethrin used for?
The FDA label says: “Permethrin cream 5% is indicated for the treatment of infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies).”
What drug class is permethrin?
FDA lists permethrin in the Pyrethroid established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.