WHAT’S AVAILABLE
- Neurotoxic insecticides
- Physical insecticides
- Wet combing, also known as ‘bug busting’ – a mechanical method of lice removal without the use of any chemical-based preparations.
NEUROTOXIC INSECTICIDES
Two insecticides are available:
- Malathion
- Permethrin.
Reflection point
Consider what you recommend for various types of patient for head lice treatment, and why. When do counter staff refer patients to the pharmacist?