ATC code P53

ATC Code P53

The ATC code P53 is a therapeutic subgroup of the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System (ATC), which is used for the classification of drugs and other medical products. The ATC system is controlled by the World Health Organization (WHO) and is used globally to ensure uniformity in the classification of medications.

Classification

ATC code P53 falls under the main group P, which is designated for "Antiparasitic products, insecticides, and repellents." Specifically, P53 is a subgroup that includes "Ectoparasiticides, including scabicides, insecticides, and repellents."

Ectoparasiticides

Ectoparasiticides are agents used to kill parasites that live on the external surface of the host. These include treatments for conditions such as scabies and lice infestations. Common active ingredients in this category include permethrin, ivermectin, and lindane.

Scabicides

Scabicides are a type of ectoparasiticide specifically used to treat scabies, a skin condition caused by the infestation of the skin by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. Treatment typically involves topical application of scabicidal agents.

Insecticides

Insecticides in this category are used to kill or repel insects that may cause harm to humans or animals. These can be used in various settings, including agriculture, public health, and personal protection.

Repellents

Repellents are substances applied to skin, clothing, or other surfaces to discourage insects from landing or climbing on that surface. They are commonly used to prevent bites from mosquitoes and other biting insects, which can transmit diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.

Also see

• ATC code P
• Scabies
• Lice
• Insect repellent
• Permethrin