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Treatments for Head Lice Infestation

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Lotions and shampoos containing 1% permethrin (Nix) often work well. They can be bought at the store without a prescription. If these do not work, a doctor can give you a prescription for stronger medicine. Such medicine should be used exactly as directed. To use the medicine sh...More »

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A Wood's lamp examination is a test that uses ultraviolet light to closely look at the skin.  More »
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More »
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This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.  More »
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MALATHION (mal uh THAHY on) skin lotion is used to treat lice of the hair and scalp. It acts by destroying the lice and their eggs.  More »
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LINDANE (LIN dane) is a treatment for scabies. This medicine kills the parasites and their eggs, but it does not prevent infestations. This medicine is a poison if ...  More »
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IVERMECTIN (eye ver MEK tin) is an anti-infective. It is used to treat infections of some parasites.  More »
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This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.  More »
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Pediculicide; fixed-combination preparation containing pyrethrins (a pediculicide) and piperonyl butoxide (has little or no insecticidal activity but potentiates th...  More »
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Removal of Lice Eggs (Nits) from Scalp & Hair Shaft
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.

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