Description of Acticin (Permethrin Cream) Acticin, also known as Permethrin Cream, is a topical medication commonly used to treat scabies and lice infestations. It belongs to a class of drugs known as pyrethrins, which are insecticides that target parasites such as scabies mites and lice. Permethrin Cream works by paralyzing and killing the parasites upon contact, effectively eliminating the infestation. It is available by prescription and is usually applied to the affected skin area. One …
