Elimite

Elimite is a brand name of permethrin topical, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):

ELIMITE (permethrin - cream; topical)

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  Manufacturer: ALLERGAN
  
  Approval date: August 25, 1989
  
  Strength(s): 5% ^[RLD][AB]

Has a generic version of Elimite been approved?

Yes. The following products are equivalent to Elimite:

permethrin cream; topical

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  Manufacturer: ACTAVIS MID ATLANTIC
  
  Approval date: January 23, 1998
  
  Strength(s): 5% ^[AB]


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  Manufacturer: PERRIGO NEW YORK
  
  Approval date: April 21, 2003
  
  Strength(s): 5% ^[AB]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Elimite. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.

Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Elimite.

See also...

• Elimite Cream Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Elimite Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Elimite Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Permethrin Cream Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Permethrin Cream Rinse Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Permethrin Lotion Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Permethrin topical Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Permethrin Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Permethrin AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)