Here is a collection of user reviews for the medication Elimite sorted by most helpful. 
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I have had a nasty allergic reaction to use of Elemite. I applied it 6 weeks ago for a supposed scabies infestation. The past 3-4 weeks I have had hive-type breakouts, new areas every other day. It's like my skin is hypersensitive and the slightest irritation, even clothing, causes it to flare up and itch uncontrollably. This happened to me once before. I will NEVER use any type of Permethrin again. I hope that alternatives safer than applying an insecticide will be developed in the near future. Published: July 30, 2008 ::
My daughter got scabies 2 weeks ago, her doctor perscibed the Elimite for her treatment. However, she stills itching at night time, we haven't see the result yet. Published: May 17, 2009 ::
I about a month ago i was getting bite by somthing at first i thought it was bed bugs so i changed my linen and even bought a new bed. When I continued to itch i went to a dermatologist he prescibed elmite cream after i put it on it burned so i assumed it working its been 3days after the treatment and the itching is still here even worse but i was told it would take about 4 weeks after treatment for it work so iam optimistic. Published: February 16, 2009 ::
It was very easy to use ... It's still early so if the itching doesn't stop I'll write back and let you know. Published: February 02, 2009 ::
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Scabies is a difficult affliction to treat. The topical ointment does work. Be prepared to scratch for at least 4 eeks after treatment though. Published: February 04, 2008 ::