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Results 1 - 8 of 8 for "lice," head
  1. Malathion lotion is used to treat head lice (small insects that attach themselves to the skin) in adults and children 6 years of age and older. It should not be ...
  2. Spinosad suspension is used to treat head lice (small insects that attach themselves to the scalp) in adults and children 6 months of age and older. It is also used ...
  3. Benzyl alcohol lotion is used to treat head lice (small insects that attach themselves to the skin) in adults and children 6 months of age and older. It should not be used ...
  4. Ivermectin lotion is used to treat head lice (small bugs that attach themselves to the skin) in adults and children 6 months of age and older. Ivermectin is in a ...
  5. ... water. Lindane shampoo is used only for pubic lice ('crabs') and head lice. Do not use the shampoo if you have ... help you with this, especially if you have head lice. After using lindane, sanitize all the clothing, underwear, ...
  6. ... and scalp area or skin. If you have head lice, begin to apply the shampoo behind your ears ... skin thoroughly with warm water. If you have head lice, dry your hair with a towel and comb ...
  7. ... you to do this. If you see live lice on your head 7 days or more after treatment, repeat this ... to check everyone in your immediate family for head lice if another family member is being treated for ...
  8. ... sometimes used to treat certain other roundworm infections, head or pubic lice infestation, and scabies (itchy skin condition caused by infestation with small mites that live under the skin). Talk to your doctor about ... for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.