Question 1

need doc opinions! i am trying to get rid of lice, which hair bleach is the most effective on killing lice?

Accepted Answer

Lice treatment...: Many lice medications are available "over-the-counter" at local drug stores. Each over-the-counter product approved by the fda for the treatment of head lice contains one of the following active ingredients. 
Pyrethrins (a-200, pronto, r&c, rid, triple x)  and Permethrin (nix).  If crawling lice are still seen after a full course of treatment contact your health care provider.

Question 2

is it safe to use rid lice killing shampoo and gel while 8 weeks pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Applications of a variety of agents to the skin surface during pregnancy are considered  safe if the active drug is not absorbed into the blood in significant amounts. The 1% Permethrin in this product fits this description.

Question 3

my doctor diagnosed me with scabies. she told me to go buy rid lice treatment. but if it didn't work to fill a script she gave. they were oral medication i took for only 7 days. i done one treatment, took all 7 pills then done another rid treatment. my la

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Takes time: The bumps appear as a skin reaction to the debris left in the tunnels the scabies leave under your skin.That reaction does not stop at the point of treatment, since it may take a couple of days to show up.It is a little early to worry about treatment failure. Give it another week, and your sites ought to be healing. Re-infection is a possibility if bed linen and clothes have not been cleared.

Question 4

how can i get rid of lice on a 1 year old ?

Accepted Answer

Lice: There is great information on the cdc web page: http://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/head/treatment.html

there is also a cetaphil lotion treatment that works well and is very safe.
http://www.ehow.com/how_2123367_treat-head-lice-cetaphil.html.

Question 5

how to rid lice on private parts ?

Accepted Answer

Lice: Pubic lice (phthirus pubis) can be treated with otc product like nix (permethrin) or rid. Other options are prescription medications like Malathion (kept on affected area for 8 to 12 hours); invermectin (2 pills – may need to repeated in 10 days); lindane (if you have failed other treatments).

Question 6

how do you get rid of lice?

Accepted Answer

Pediculocide: The use of a pediculocide with nit killing properties like the prescription Ovide should take care of it for you.

Question 7

how do i get rid of lice naturally?

Accepted Answer

1-2-3: There are over the counter products including one called 1-2-3 which do not contain harsh chemcicals specifically for head lice.

Question 8

does combing alone get rid of lice?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely to happen: Combing with a fine toothed lice comb can remove some of the egg casings from the hair shafts. However, the lice are mobile and elusive.Some form of treatment to get the hatched lice will be necessary.

Question 9

how can i get rid of lice completely?

Accepted Answer

Clean your surrounds: The biggest issue with lice is the ones that aren't on your body when you undergo treatment. Wash bedding and clothes in hot water. Any personal items can be put in an airtight container for 48 hours to suffocate the lice.

Question 10

what do i do to get rid of lice quickly?

Accepted Answer

Special shampoo: Special shampoos, some available over the counter, are generally very effective in removing the lice infestation.  Read the directions carefully- some require a second shampoo about a week later.  Some say mayonnaise, olive oil or butter rubbed into the hair is effective, but there are no supporting scientific studies on these forms of treatment.

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My doctor diagnosed me with scabies. she told me to go buy rid lice treatment. but if it didn't work to fill a script she gave. they were oral medication i took for only 7 days. i done one treatment, took all 7 pills then done another rid treatment. my la

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