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How To Remove Lice From Head?
Question: My granddaughter and daughter have gotten lice somewhere. What can we do/
Brief Answer:
Pubic lice responds well to permethrin.
Detailed Answer:
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I have gone through your query.Pubic lice can be treated with prescription wash containing permethrin like Kwell or Elimite.Thoroughly work with it in pubic hair at least for 5 minutes.1 treatment is enough for most people.if second one needed then should be done 4 days to 1 week later.Wash all her clothes and beddings in hot water.
Hope this may help you.Let me know if anything not clear.
Thanks
Pubic lice responds well to permethrin.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for asking Health care magic forum.
I have gone through your query.Pubic lice can be treated with prescription wash containing permethrin like Kwell or Elimite.Thoroughly work with it in pubic hair at least for 5 minutes.1 treatment is enough for most people.if second one needed then should be done 4 days to 1 week later.Wash all her clothes and beddings in hot water.
Hope this may help you.Let me know if anything not clear.
Thanks
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