Head Lice Treatment Guide

Head lice are small insects that live on the scalp and feed on blood. They can cause itching and irritation and are commonly spread through close head-to-head contact.

Common Signs

Common signs may include:

• Itching or irritation of the scalp
• A crawling sensation in the hair
• Small insects near the scalp
• Nits attached to individual hair strands

How Head Lice Spread

Head lice primarily spread through direct contact with an infested person's hair or scalp.

Avoid sharing items that come into contact with the head, such as combs, brushes, hats, or hair accessories.

Treatment

KAKSHAL® Permethrin Lotion 1% is an OTC lice-treatment product containing 1% permethrin.

Always follow the current Drug Facts label and directions supplied with the product.

Nit Combing

A fine-tooth comb can help remove remaining nits from the hair.

Carefully check the hair close to the scalp, including around the hairline and behind the ears.

Prevention

To help reduce the spread of head lice:

• Avoid head-to-head contact when lice are present.
• Avoid sharing combs and brushes.
• Avoid sharing hats and hair accessories.
• Check household members when appropriate.
• Follow product directions carefully.

Important

Product information on this website does not replace the current Drug Facts label.

Always read the product label before use.