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Sb Lice Treatment - Permethrin - Topical Cream Rinse Brand Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Sb Lice Treatment.
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  • purr-METH-rin


Usage Instructions

  • Use after the hair has been washed with regular shampoo, rinsed completely with water and towel dried.
  • Apply an amount sufficient to saturate the hair and scalp (especially behind the ears and on the neck).
  • This should be left on for 10 minutes (no more, no less), then rinsed off completely with water.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • Apply this medication as soon as possible after it is prescribed.
  • Use only the amount prescribed.

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, headache, weakness, seizures, and loss of consciousness.

Sb Lice Treatment Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.

Read Before Using Sb Lice Treatment (precautions)

  • Tell your doctor if you have.

Possible Side Effects

  • Itching, tingling, numbness, redness or irritation may occur.
  • If these effects continue, inform your doctor.
  • Notify your doctor if you develop.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

  • Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Sb Lice Treatment Miscellaneous Notes

  • One application is usually all that is needed.
  • Flush eyes with water immediately should the medication come into contact with your eyes.
  • Nits may be removed with the comb provided.
  • All head wear, scarves, coats and bedding should be disinfected by machine washing in hot water and drying in a dryer (at high setting) for 20 minutes.
  • Articles that cannot be machined-washed can be dry cleaned, sealed in plastic for 2 weeks, or sprayed with a product specifically designed for this purpose.
  • Brushes or combs may be soaked in hot water (above 130 degrees F or 54 degrees C) for 10 minutes.

Medicinal Applications

  • This rinse is used for the single-application treatment of head lice.
  • A single follow-up application may be given in 7 days if live lice are still present.