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Lindane works by being absorbed into the louse's central nervous system, causing seizures and death.
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What type of medication is lindane?
Lindane is a benzene compound that is used to kill body and pubic lice.
What shampoo can you use to get rid of pubic lice?
Lindane 1% shampoo or pyrethrin with peperonyl butoxide shampoo can be used to get rid of pubic lice.
What is head lice treated with?
Cases of head lice are usually treated with sham-poos or rinses containing either lindane (Kwell) or permethrin (Nix).
Are pubic lice curable?
Yes, there is a special genital hair shampoo made just for this called, "Lice Be Gone!" Make sure that you buy the version for sensitive skin as the last time I got genital lice, I got the regular version which burnt a lot!
Why is permethrin the preferred treatment for head lice?
Permethrin is considered preferable for head lice because lindane is absorbed through the skin and may produce symptoms of neurotoxicity.
Will beer kill head lice?
no, beer can not kill head lice
How do I make something to kill lice?
A chemist will have products that will kill lice.
Can you steam away lice?
Heat can kill lice
Does Clear-Lice kill lice and their eggs?
Yes
Do light wands kill lice?
A UV light wand can kill lice. It can also kill the eggs of dust mites, fleas, and lice. The wand can kill 99 percent of bacteria and viruses.
Can bromine kill head lice?
Yes, bromine can be an effective treatment for killing head lice. Bromine is a chemical compound that is commonly used in certain head lice treatments to effectively eliminate lice and their eggs. It works by disrupting the lice's nervous system and leading to their death.
Does alcohol kill pubic lice?
Alcohol does not kill pubic lice. They must be killed with insecticide.
