What are the effects of topical treatments for scabies?
BeneficialCrotamiton (topical; as effective as topical lindane, but less effective than topical permethrin)
Permethrin (topical)
Trade-off between benefits and harmsLindane (topical)
Unknown effectivenessBenzyl benzoate (topical)
Malathion (topical)
Sulfur compounds (topical)
What are the effects of systemic treatments for scabies?
Likely to be beneficialIvermectin (oral)