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Pediculicides are medications used to treat lice and scabies infestations. Various pediculicides have different mechanisms of action. Some applications need to be repeated in 7-10 days because pediculicides do not always kill all nits.
Head Lice
Head lice are parasitic insects found most commonly behind the ears and near the neckline at the back of the neck. Find out more about what head lice look like and how they are treated.
FDA Advisory on Lindane
The FDA has issued an update on the labeling of Lindane, a medication used to treat head lice. Lindane is considered a second-line treatment for head lice because of its significant potential side effects.
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Links to more information about head lice.
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