Drug details

Acticin (permethrin)

type of Scabicidal Agents

Acticin (permethrin) Cream 5% is a topical (for the skin) scabicidal agent used to treat scabies. Acticin Cream is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • itching,
  • numbness,
  • rash
  • skin irritation including mild burning and stinging immediately following application of cream,
  • skin swelling or redness,
  • tingling, and