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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...[read article]

Tests for Head Lice Infestation

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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.  More
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A Wood''s lamp examination is a test that uses ultraviolet light to closely look at the skin.The test is done while you are seated in a dark room, usually...  More
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Prescribed Medications for Head Lice Infestation

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PERMETHRIN (per METH rin) skin cream is used to treat scabies. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have...  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. This medicine may be used for ot...  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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Over the Counter Medications for Head Lice Infestation

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PERMETHRIN (per METH rin) skin cream is used to treat scabies. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have...  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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Self Care for Head Lice Infestation

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Head lice are tiny parasites that live on a person's scalp, neck and behind the ears.  More
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