Benzyl benzoate (BnBzO), sold under the brand name Scabanca among others, is a medication and insect repellent.[1] As a medication it is used to treat scabies and lice.[2] For scabies either permethrin or malathion is typically preferred.[3] It is applied to the skin as a lotion.[2] Typically two to three applications are needed.[2]
Side effects may include irritation of the skin.[2] It is not recommended in children.[3] It is also used in other animals; however, is toxic to cats.[1] How it works is unclear.[4]
