ELIMITE vs KWELL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ELIMITE and KWELL are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	ELIMITE	KWELL
Rating	68/100	New
Pharmacy pays	$0.23 /g	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	PERMETHRIN	LINDANE
Manufacturer	Aurobindo Pharma Ltd	Reed and Carnrick
Dosage forms	Topical	Topical
Drug class	Pyrethroid	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Lice Infestations, Scabies	Lice Infestations, Scabies

elimite kwell

Rating

68/100

New

Pharmacy pays

$0.23 /g

—

Type

Active ingredient

PERMETHRIN

LINDANE

Manufacturer

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd

Reed and Carnrick

Dosage forms

Topical

Drug class

Pyrethroid

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Lice Infestations, Scabies

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Elimite and Kwell?

Elimite contains Permethrin, while Kwell contains Lindane — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.