Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Precombing topical gel
Pediculosis (Lice)
Apply to dry hair a sufficient amount to wet scalp and hair, leave on 10 min, rinse, use nit comb to remove lice and nits, and shampoo as usual (see Administration)
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Precombing topical gel
Pediculosis (Lice)
Apply to dry hair a sufficient amount to wet scalp and hair, leave on 10 min, rinse, use nit comb to remove lice and nits, and shampoo as usual (see Administration)
Adverse Effects
Frequency Not Defined
Irritation to skin, scalp and eyes
Contact allergic sensitization
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any components in gel
Cautions
Avoid contact with eyes
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Safety not established
Lactation
Unknown if distributed in human breast milk
Consider the developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding along with the mother’s clinical need for the drug, and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from the drug or from the underlying maternal condition
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Mechanical removal of nits and lice with nit comb
Isopropanol displays minimal suffocation effects
Administration
Topical Administration
Apply to dry hair a sufficient amount to wet scalp and hair, leave on 10 min, rinse, use nit comb to remove lice and nits, and shampoo as usual
Avoid contact with eyes
Wash hands after coming into contact
Retreat in 7-9 days if lice still present
Amount to apply varies with hair length