Permethrin (Shampoo)
A pediculicide that kills lice and their eggs (nits) by disrupting their nervous system.
Dosage by Body Weight
Apply to damp hair after washing with regular shampoo (no conditioner). Leave for 10 minutes then rinse.
- Body Weight
- Any weight (Age >2 months)
- Dose
- Sufficient to saturate hair
- Frequency
- Single use; repeat in 7 days
- Tracking Notes
- Use a fine-tooth comb to remove dead lice and nits.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any weight (Age >2 months) | Sufficient to saturate hair | Single use; repeat in 7 days | Use a fine-tooth comb to remove dead lice and nits. |
Formulation
Medicated Shampoo (1%)
Purpose
Treatment of head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis).
Generic Name
Permethrin
Branded Drug Names
Permethrin (Shampoo) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Nix
- Perlice
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.
Alternatives
MalathionDimeticone