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Pyrethrin Lice Treatment is used to treat current and active lice infestations. It is not used to prevent future lice infestations.
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Pyrinyl Ii, Lice Treatment, Pediculicide Lice Treatment, Pyrinyl, Paratox, Extra Strength Pyrinyl, Lice Shampoo
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pyrethrin Lice Treatment
Pyrinyl Ii, Lice Treatment, Pediculicide Lice Treatment, Pyrinyl, Paratox, Extra Strength Pyrinyl, Lice Shampoo
Uses
Pyrethrin Lice Treatment is used to treat current and active lice infestations. It is not used to prevent future lice infestations.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Keep container tightly closed.
- Do not freeze.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, unusual drowsiness or dizziness, headache, coughing, and difficulty breathing.
- Pyrethrin Lice Treatment may be harmful if swallowed or inhaled.
- If you or someone you know may have ingested or inhaled Pyrethrin Lice Treatment, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
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How To Use
- Review the manufacturer s instruction sheet with your doctor or pharmacist and follow all directions carefully for your product.
- All household members and/or those in close contact with you should be checked for infestation and treated if infected.
- Pyrethrin Lice Treatment is for external use only.
- Avoid applying drug to the eyes, nose, mouth or vagina.
- Do not use on eyelashes or eyebrows.
- Check with MD if these areas are infested.
- Do not use more drug than is recommended.
- If applying to infants, cover their hands and feet after applying Pyrethrin Lice Treatment to insure they do not ingest the medicine.
- Apply in a well-ventilated area.
- Apply to the skin once, thoroughly covering the affected area.
- Leave on for about 10 minutes unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
- Then wash the affected area with warm water and soap.
- Rinse and dry with a clean towel.
- For hairy areas, use nit removal comb as directed.
- Wash hands immediately after use.
- Repeat the application once seven to ten days later to kill any newly hatched lice.
- Be sure to follow instructions on proper machine washing of clothing, bedding, etc., special house cleaning, plus comb and wig/hairpiece cleaning.
Side Effects
- Unlikely but report skin rash, sneezing/stuffy nose, trouble breathing, skin infection or irritation not present before starting Pyrethrin Lice Treatment.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before using Pyrethrin Lice Treatment, tell your doctor your medical history, including: any drug allergies, ragweed allergy, allergies to chrysanthemum plants or kerosene, skin problems.
- Pyrethrin Lice Treatment is harmful if swallowed or inhaled.
- Pyrethrin Lice Treatment should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known whether Pyrethrin Lice Treatment is excreted into human milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all nonprescription or prescription medication you may take.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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