Indications
1. Scabies (not FDA approved)
Preparation
1. Precipitated Sulfur in petrolatum
  1. Compounded by pharmacist
Safety
1. Has been used in newborns, pregnancy, and Lactation
2. No safety or efficacy data available
Directions
1. Applied head to toe
2. Leave on 24 hours
3. Repeat application daily for 3 days total
4. Change bed linen as treatment is completed
Adverse effects
1. Stings!
References
1. Lin (1988) J Am Acad Dermatol 18:553-8

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