Hello dear See kindly follow below instructions Ointment scabex topically for 1 week Tablet levocetrizine or avil accordingly In case of no improvement consult general physician Regards
Farida ji use Permethrin 1% lotion (like Perlice or Scabper) Ivermectin lotion (e.g. Ivrea 1%)
Apply to dry scalp and all over hair, especially roots and behind ears
Leave for 30–45 minutes
Comb through with a fine-toothed lice comb to remove lice/nits
Wash hair with mild shampoo
Repeat every 7 days (total 2–3 times) to kill newly hatched lice
For hair Apply coconut oil + tea tree oil mixture before bed — this suffocates lice and reduces itching.
Mix:
3 tbsp coconut oil
5–10 drops tea tree oil (antifungal + anti-lice) Massage into scalp and hair → Cover with shower cap → Wash next morning
Hygiene Precautions (Important) You must do these to avoid reinfection:
Boil or wash pillow covers, towels, combs, bed sheets in hot water
Do not share combs, towels, hair ties
Disinfect your lice comb daily in hot water
Vacuum your mattress or sun-dry it
lice load is too much and lotions don’t help:
Ivermectin 6 mg tablet – 1 tablet once a week × 2 weeks Follow up
To address lice and nits effectively, you’ll want to start with a combination of topical treatments and thorough combing. Your first step is generally to use an over-the-counter treatment like permethrin lotion or pyrethrin-based products. These are designed to kill live lice. Follow the instructions on the product label carefully; usually, you’ll need to apply it to dry hair and rinse it off after a specified time. While they’re good at killing adult lice, nits (lice eggs) are more resilient. Use a fine-toothed nit comb, which often comes with lice treatment kits, to painstakingly comb through your hair section by section. This can be tedious, but it’s necessary to physically remove nits before they hatch. Do this on wet or conditioned hair as it makes the process smoother and more effective. Vacuum your living space and wash your bedding, hats, and stuffed toys in hot water (at least 130°F) and dry on high heat to kill any stray lice. Be aware that some households lice have grown resistant to certain over-the-counter products. If you’ve followed instructions and still struggle, see your doctor for prescription treatments like ivermectin or spinosad, which may be more effective. Avoid alternative treatments lacking evidence, like essential oils, as they may not be a reliable solution. Make sure to check and treat household members and close contacts as lice spread through head-to-head contact. Self-treating without ensuring everyone around is clear can lead to reinfection. If after all this, the infestation persists, engage a healthcare provider. They can suggest advanced treatments tailored to your needs. Don’t delay addressing it since lice can be stubborn if not dealt with comprehensively.
