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Pediculicidals, Shampoos and Crème Rinses

DISCLAIMER: A listing on this product information chart does not mean a product is endorsed by the AHLIRC. Individuals should consult with their Doctor and/or Pharmacist before using any product. Individuals may also wish to patch test a product inside of their arm to determine potential allergic reactions. Product costs may vary.

Brand Name Manufacturer Active Ingredients Killing Method Cost # of Applic FDA Approval Warnings Potential Adverse Effects Lice Ladies Experience with Product

Rid Warner Lambert Piperonyl, Butoxide 4%, Pyrethrum extract, equivalent to .33% Pyrethrins. Chemical: affects central nervous system. $13.99 - 4 oz. Includes plastic comb 2, second treatment 7-10 days later Yes Ragweed sensitivity, African chrysanthemum, check with doctor before using on children under two, pregnant women and nursing women. Don't ingest, protect eyes, potential skin irritation, avoid contact with mucous membranes (inside of nose, mouth, vagina). Lice highly resistant.

Pronto Del Pharmaceuticals Same as above. Same as above. $9.99 - 22 oz. Comes with comb: Metal teeth, plastic handle, gloves. Same as above. Yes Same as above. Same as above. Lice highly resistant.

CVS CVS Same as above. Same as above. $8.99 - 8 oz. Comes with 2 plastic combs. Same as above. Yes Same as above. Same as above. Lice highly resistant.

A-200 Hogil Same as above. Same as above. $7.25 - 2 oz. Same as above. Yes Same as above. Same as above. Lice highly resistant.

Nix Creme Rinse Pfizer Permethrin 280 mg. 1% Same as above. $12.39 - 2 oz. 1 or 2 Yes External use only, protect eyes, no contact with mucous membranes, don't use on children under two, pregnant or nursing women check with doctor. Breathing difficulties or asthmatic episodes in susceptible persons, itching, redness or swelling of scalp. Lice highly resistant.

Ovide (prescriprton only) Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp. Malathion, 0.5% Chemical $35 - $40 1 or 2 Yes Counter indicated for neonates and children under 6, pregnant or nursing women. Flammable, may cause dandruff or minor skin and scalp irritation, mild conjunctivitis with eye contact. High resistance reported, especially in Europe. Click here for more information on Malathion.

Pediculicidals, Shampoos and Crème Rinses
DISCLAIMER: A listing on this product information chart does not mean a product is endorsed by the AHLIRC. Individuals should consult with their Doctor and/or Pharmacist before using any product. Individuals may also wish to patch test a product inside of their arm to determine potential allergic reactions. Product costs may vary.
Brand Name	Manufacturer	Active Ingredients	Killing Method	Cost	# of Applic	FDA Approval	Warnings	Potential Adverse Effects	Lice Ladies Experience with Product
Rid	Warner Lambert	Piperonyl, Butoxide 4%, Pyrethrum extract, equivalent to .33% Pyrethrins.	Chemical: affects central nervous system.	$13.99 - 4 oz. Includes plastic comb	2, second treatment 7-10 days later	Yes	Ragweed sensitivity, African chrysanthemum, check with doctor before using on children under two, pregnant women and nursing women.	Don't ingest, protect eyes, potential skin irritation, avoid contact with mucous membranes (inside of nose, mouth, vagina).	Lice highly resistant.
Pronto	Del Pharmaceuticals	Same as above.	Same as above.	$9.99 - 22 oz. Comes with comb: Metal teeth, plastic handle, gloves.	Same as above.	Yes	Same as above.	Same as above.	Lice highly resistant.
CVS	CVS	Same as above.	Same as above.	$8.99 - 8 oz. Comes with 2 plastic combs.	Same as above.	Yes	Same as above.	Same as above.	Lice highly resistant.
A-200	Hogil	Same as above.	Same as above.	$7.25 - 2 oz.	Same as above.	Yes	Same as above.	Same as above.	Lice highly resistant.
Nix Creme Rinse	Pfizer	Permethrin 280 mg. 1%	Same as above.	$12.39 - 2 oz.	1 or 2	Yes	External use only, protect eyes, no contact with mucous membranes, don't use on children under two, pregnant or nursing women check with doctor.	Breathing difficulties or asthmatic episodes in susceptible persons, itching, redness or swelling of scalp.	Lice highly resistant.
Ovide (prescriprton only)	Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp.	Malathion, 0.5%	Chemical	$35 - $40	1 or 2	Yes	Counter indicated for neonates and children under 6, pregnant or nursing women.	Flammable, may cause dandruff or minor skin and scalp irritation, mild conjunctivitis with eye contact.	High resistance reported, especially in Europe. Click here for more information on Malathion.