Head Lice Soap is an antiparasitic medication. It is used to treat scabies, a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin. This medicine works by killing the insects (mites) and their eggs.

Head Lice Soap reduces the parasites.

Uses of Head Lice Soap

Scabies

Benefits of Head Lice Soap

In Scabies

Scabies is a condition caused by tiny insects called mites that infest and irritate your skin. Head Lice Soap is an anti-parasite medicine. It works by paralyzing and killing the mites and their eggs. Generally, the cream should be applied to the whole body except the face and head but follow your doctor’s advice. It should be thoroughly washed off after 8-12 hours. Often one application is enough to treat the condition completely but sometimes a second one may be required a week later. This will get rid of the itching, swelling, and redness caused by mites. However, dead mites may still make you itch for some time.

How to use Head Lice Soap

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Head Lice Soap is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Head Lice Soap is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Head Lice Soap is prescribed for the treatment of scabies( a condition where tiny insects infest and irritate your skin).
It should be used as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
If the condition persists after 14 days of treatment then the doctor may suggest another treatment.
Apply a thin layer of this medicine all over the body and leave it for 8-14 hours before taking a bath or shower.
Avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pyrethroid Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Ectoparasiticides

Patient concerns

Suffering with heavy hair fall with head lice. Please advise to remove head lice and healthy hair growth

Dr. Amit Modi

Paediatrics

Hello, Some anti hair lice shampoo are available in the market you can use any of them. your chemist will guide you in selecting one.Ivermectin lotion, 0.5% was approved by the FDA in 2012 for treatment of head lice in persons 6 months of age and older.

What is the effective treatment of head lice??

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Perlice lotion once a week

User feedback

What are you using Head Lice Soap for?

Others

50%

Scabies

50%

How much was the improvement?

Average

100%

What were the side-effects while using Head Lice Soap?

Itching

100%

FAQs

What should I do if I forget to use Head Lice Soap?

If you forget to use Head Lice Soap, do not worry and continue using Head Lice Soap as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Can I stop using Head Lice Soap when I feel better?

No, do not stop using Head Lice Soap without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

Is Head Lice Soap safe?

Head Lice Soap is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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References

Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1054.
Burkhart C, Morrell D, Goldsmith L. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1818.
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Address: Plot No -17, Sector – 20A, Faridabad, Haryana – 121001, India

Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Head Lice Soap. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Head Lice Soap

Product introduction

Uses of Head Lice Soap

Benefits of Head Lice Soap

In Scabies

How to use Head Lice Soap

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

What should I do if I forget to use Head Lice Soap?

Can I stop using Head Lice Soap when I feel better?

Is Head Lice Soap safe?

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

References

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