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Lyclear Creme Rinse overview
LYCLEAR Creme Rinse is indicated for the treatment of infections with the head louse pediculus humanus capitis
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Lyclear Creme Rinse
Drug Class Description :

Permethrin belongs to a group of medicines called pyrethroids which are anti-parasitic agents.

Generic Name :

Permethrin

Drug description :

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse contains 1 % w/w permethrin.

Presentation :

Creme rinse for topical application A light orange cream

Indications :

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse is indicated for the treatment of infections with the head louse pediculus humanus capitis

Adult Dosage :

Adults and children 6 months and over:

Topical.

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse should be used after the hair has been washed with a mild proprietary shampoo and towelled dried. The bottle should be shaken thoroughly and enough LYCLEAR Creme Rinse applied to saturate the hair and scalp. Particular attention should be given to the areas behind the ears and at the nape of the neck.

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse should be left on the hair for ten minutes before rinsing the hair thoroughly with water. The hair should then be dried in the usual way.

One bottle of LYCLEAR Creme Rinse is sufficient for shoulder length hair of average thickness. More may be applied if required and although no maximum dose has been defined, it is most unlikely that more than two bottles will be required for any one course of treatment.

97-99% of individuals with head-lice are successfully treated with a single application of LYCLEAR Creme Rinse. Residual activity may persist for up to six weeks.

It is not necessary to remove dead eggs or nits except for cosmetic purposes. A fine toothed comb may be used if desired.

Child Dosage :

Adults and children 6 months and over:

Topical.

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse should be used after the hair has been washed with a mild proprietary shampoo and towelled dried. The bottle should be shaken thoroughly and enough LYCLEAR Creme Rinse applied to saturate the hair and scalp. Particular attention should be given to the areas behind the ears and at the nape of the neck.

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse should be left on the hair for ten minutes before rinsing the hair thoroughly with water. The hair should then be dried in the usual way.

One bottle of LYCLEAR Creme Rinse is sufficient for shoulder length hair of average thickness. More may be applied if required and although no maximum dose has been defined, it is most unlikely that more than two bottles will be required for any one course of treatment.

97-99% of individuals with head-lice are successfully treated with a single application of LYCLEAR Creme Rinse. Residual activity may persist for up to six weeks.

It is not necessary to remove dead eggs or nits except for cosmetic purposes. A fine toothed comb may be used if desired.

Children under 6 months:

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse is not suitable for application to children under six months of age, except on the advice of a physician.

Elderly Dosage :

Normal adult dosage is appropriate.

Contra Indications :

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to the product, its components and other pyrethroids or pyrethrins.

Special Precautions :

Neither permethrin nor LYCLEAR Creme Rinse are irritants to the eyes. However, should LYCLEAR Creme Rinse be accidentally introduced into the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Nursing staff who routinely use LYCLEAR Creme Rinse may wish to wear gloves to avoid any possible irritation to the hands.

The effect of this product on artificial hair colorants and perms has not formally been studied. Although complaints are extremely rare, it is good practice to apply to a small section of hair first, before treating the entire scalp.

Children under 6 months of age should be treated on the advice of a doctor.

For external use only.

If symptoms persist consult your doctor.

Lyclear Creme Rinse may be used as normal in asthmatics, however contact your doctor or pharmacist before commencing treatment if you have any particular concerns.

Permethrin is not affected by chlorine in swimming baths, so normal swimming activities may continue after use.

Interactions :

None known

Adverse Reactions :

LYCLEAR Creme Rinse is generally well-tolerated with a low potential for inducing skin reactions. In a few individuals erythema, rash and/or irritation of the scalp have been reported following the application of the creme rinse, but as an infestation with head lice is often associated with scalp irritation, it is difficult in most instances to determine the underlying cause.

If severe or prolonged signs and symptoms of scalp irritation, skin discomfort, or other undesirable effects occur in association with the use of LYCLEAR Creme Rinse it should be brought to the attention of a doctor or a pharmacist.

Owner :

Chefaro UK Ltd

Drug Availability :

P-pharmacy

Drug Updated :

04 November 2011

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