Pyrethrins and Piperonyl Butoxide (Topical)

Brand Names : A-200 Gel Concentrate, A-200 Shampoo Concentrate, Barc, Blue, Licetrol, Pronto Lice Killing Shampoo Kit, Pyrinyl, R & C, Rid, Tisit, Tisit Blue, Tisit Shampoo, Triple X

Precautions While Using This Medicine

To prevent reinfection or spreading of the infection to other people, good health habits are also required. These include the following:

• For head lice
  • Machine wash all clothing (including hats, scarves, and coats), bedding, towels, and washcloths in very hot water and dry them by using the hot cycle of a dryer for at least 20 minutes. Clothing or bedding that cannot be washed should be dry-cleaned or sealed in a plastic bag for 2 weeks.
  • Shampoo all wigs and hairpieces.
  • Wash all hairbrushes and combs in very hot soapy water (above 130 �F) for 5 to 10 minutes and do not share them with other people.
  • Clean the house or room by thoroughly vacuuming upholstered furniture, rugs, and floors.
• For body lice
  • Machine wash all clothing, bedding, towels, and washcloths in very hot water and dry them by using the hot cycle of a dryer for at least 20 minutes. Clothing or bedding that cannot be washed should be dry-cleaned or sealed in a plastic bag for 2 weeks.
  • Clean the house or room by thoroughly vacuuming upholstered furniture, rugs, and floors.
• For pubic lice
  • Machine wash all clothing (especially underwear), bedding, towels, and washcloths in very hot water and dry them by using the hot cycle of a dryer for at least 20 minutes. Clothing or bedding that cannot be washed should be dry-cleaned or sealed in a plastic bag for 2 weeks.
  • Scrub toilet seats frequently.