Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
lotion
- 0.5%
Head Lice
Hair: Apply to dry hair, leave in 8-12 hours
May repeat if lice are present after 7-9 days
Dosage Forms & Strengths
lotion
- 0.5%
Head Lice
< 6 years
- Safety & efficacy not established
> 6 years
- Hair: Apply to dry hair, leave in 8-12 hours
- May repeat if lice are present after 7-9 days
Adverse Effects
Frequency Not Defined
Stinging sensation
Contact hypersensitivity reaction
Chemical burns, including second-degree burns
Skin and scalp irritation
Conjunctivitis, accidental contact with eyes (mild)
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, neonates (<28 days) and infants
Cautions
Ovide is flammable: avoid hair dryer (allow hair to dry naturally), smoking, etc
Chemical burns including second-degree burns reported
Discontinue use if skin irritation occurs
Children should use product under adult supervision
Leave hair uncovered after application
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: B
Lactation: Safety in nursing infants unknown
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
Inhibits cholinesterase
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Formulary
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