Pyrethrins and Piperonyl Butoxide

U.S. Brand Names

A-200® Lice Treatment Kit [OTC]; A-200® Maximum Strength [OTC]; Licide® [OTC]; Pronto® Complete Lice Removal System [OTC]; Pronto® Plus Hair and Scalp Masque [OTC] [DSC]; Pronto® Plus Lice Killing Mousse Plus Vitamin E [OTC]; Pronto® Plus Lice Killing Mousse Shampoo Plus Natural Extracts and Oils [OTC]; Pronto® Plus Warm Oil Treatment and Conditioner [OTC]; RID® Maximum Strength [OTC]; Tisit® Blue Gel [OTC]; Tisit® [OTC]

Canadian Brand Names

Pronto® Lice Control; R & C™ II; R & C™ Shampoo/Conditioner; RID® Mousse

Pharmacologic Category

Antiparasitic Agent, Topical; Pediculocide; Shampoo, Pediculocide

Reasons not to take this medicine

• If you have an allergy to pyrethrins, piperonyl butoxide, ragweed, chrysanthemums or any other part of this medicine.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.

What is this medicine used for?

• This medicine is used to treat lice.

How does it work?

• Pyrethrins and piperonyl butoxide injure the insects and treat the infection.

How is it best taken?

Spray:

• Do not use on people or animals.

• For use on non-washable items only.

• Spray on infested area and let dry completely.

• Vacuum rugs and carpets. Throw away vacuum cleaner bags after use.

All other forms:

• Do not take this medicine by mouth. For skin only. Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).

• Wash hands before and after use.

• Clean affected area before use. Make sure to dry well.

• Wash all bedding, towels, and recently worn clothes in hot water or have them dry cleaned.

Cream, oil, and shampoo:

• Shake well before use.

• Do not wet hair or affected area with water before applying.

• Apply just enough to lightly coat hair or affected area.

• Work into hair and scalp or affected area gently.

• Leave on for 10 minutes.

• Leave affected area uncovered while medicine is on.

• After 10 minutes, apply a small amount of warm water and soap or regular shampoo to hair and lather.

• Rinse completely.

• Wash hands.

• Dry with a towel.

• Use special nit comb or tweezers to remove dead nits (lice eggs) from hair.

Foam:

• Shake well before use.

• Do not wet hair or affected area with water before applying.

• Apply just enough to lightly coat hair or affected area.

• Work into hair and scalp or affected area gently.

• Leave on for 10 minutes.

• Leave affected area uncovered while medicine is on.

• After 10 minutes, apply a small amount of warm water and soap or regular shampoo.

• Wash hands.

• Dry with a towel.

• Use special nit comb or tweezers to remove dead nits (lice eggs) from hair.

Gel and liquid:

• Do not wet hair or affected area with water before applying.

• Apply just enough to lightly coat hair or affected area.

• Work into hair and scalp or affected area gently.

• Leave on for 10 minutes.

• Leave affected area uncovered while medicine is on.

• After 10 minutes, apply a small amount of warm water and soap or regular shampoo.

• Wash hands.

• Dry with a towel.

• Use special nit comb or tweezers to remove dead nits (lice eggs) from hair.

What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)

• Do not use a double dose or extra doses.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Follow instructions for use carefully.

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Scalp irritation.

• Skin irritation.

• Short-term discomfort after use.

What should I monitor?

• Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Difficulty breathing.

• Severe skin irritation.

• Any rash.

• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.

How should I store this medicine?

• Store at room temperature.

• Protect foam from heat.

General statements

• If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear an allergy identification bracelet at all times.

• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.

• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).

• Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.

Created: 2006-10-13 15:23:43.0

Modified: 2008-01-30 15:42:17.0

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