What condition do scabicides specifically treat?

Scabicides are specifically designed to treat scabies, a highly contagious skin condition caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite. The primary action of scabicides is to eliminate the mites and their eggs from the skin to alleviate the symptoms associated with the infestation, such as intense itching and rash.

When considering the other conditions listed, lice infestations are treated with pediculicides, which target lice specifically, while fungal infections are addressed with antifungal medications. Depression is treated with antidepressants and therapy methods rather than medications that would address skin infestations like scabies. Therefore, scabicides are uniquely formulated to combat scabies, distinguishing them from treatments for other types of infestations or conditions.