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.

Your doctor will explain how to use Head Lice Soap and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you use it correctly. Your skin should be clean, dry, and cool before using it. Your whole body should be washed thoroughly 8-14 hours after you have used this medicine. Most people only need to use it once to treat their condition but, if a second application is needed, wait at least 7 days. Sometimes itching may last for a few weeks after treating scabies. This is probably an allergic reaction to dead mites and not a sign that the treatment has failed.

The most common side effects include mild burning, stinging, or tingling where the medicine is applied. Most side effects are usually mild and not everyone gets them.

Before using it, let your doctor know if you have any skin conditions or allergies to medicines, food, or other substances, or if you have asthma. Though this medicine is generally thought to be safe, you should ask for your doctor’s advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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.

How Head Lice Soap works

Head Lice Soap is an antiparasitic medication. It works by killing the tiny insects (mites) and their eggs, which cause scabies. It also kills head lice which attach to your scalp and irritate it.

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

What if you forget to take Head Lice Soap?

If you miss a dose of Head Lice Soap, please consult your doctor.\n

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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

60%

Scabies

40%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

79%

Average

15%

Excellent

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

No Side Effec*

50%

Skin burn

20%

Stinging sens*

20%

Itching

10%

*No Side Effect, Stinging sensation

How do you take Head Lice Soap?

Empty stomach

80%

With food

20%

Please rate Head Lice Soap on price

Expensive

73%

Not Expensive

20%

Average

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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