Permethrin biomo solution 0.5%, 200 ml

Permethrin-biomo solution 0.5% - Against head lice

Permethrin-biomo solution 0.5% is an anti-parasitic agent for a one-time external treatment of the scalp hair in the event of an infestation with head lice (Pediculus capitis).The active ingredient permethrin belongs to the group of active ingredients called pyrethrins, which are found in flowers of certain plants such as some types of chrysanthemums.

Area of application

The preparation is used to treat head lice.It is only intended for external use on the hairy scalp and hair.Before use, the hair is washed and toweled.The solution is massaged evenly into the still slightly damp hair, paying particular attention to the areas near the scalp, as this is where most lice and nits are found.Long and thick hair should be treated in sections.

The solution is used undiluted and not together with shampoo, soap or other care products.It should be left on uncovered hair for 30 to 45 minutes before washing out with clean, warm water.Before drying the hair, all lice eggs (nits) should be combed out with a special lice comb.

To ensure full effectiveness, the hair must not be washed with shampoo for at least the first three days after use.Checks for any recurrence of head lice infestations should be carried out as frequently as possible.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

The active ingredient is permethrin.100 ml (86.0 g) contains 430.0 mg permethrin 25/75 (cis/trans).The other ingredients are ethanol 96%, isopropyl alcohol, purified water, propylene glycol and sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate.This medicine contains approximately 39% ethanol (alcohol) by volume.

Contraindications

This medicine must not be used if you are allergic to permethrin, other pyrethrin-based products, chrysanthemums or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.It should not be used in newborns and infants younger than 2 months.

Dosage

The amount required depends on the thickness of the hair: For short hair, around 25 ml is sufficient, for longer hair around 50 ml is required, and for very long and thick hair, even more.Children up to 3 years should not receive more than 25 ml.

As a rule, a single application is sufficient.If live lice are still found after 7 to 10 days, treatment should be repeated.If live lice are still found after 14 to 20 days, a doctor should be consulted.

In persistent epidemics, it is often necessary to treat all members of a community at the same time, even if not all members have symptoms.

Intake

The solution is only intended for external use on the hairy scalp and hair.It should not be used for the whole body, otherwise symptoms of poisoning from the excipient isopropanol can occur, especially in small children.If you accidentally or intentionally ingest it, you should see a doctor as soon as possible.

Patient information

Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using the solution, especially when treating infants or if you are known to be allergic to chrysanthemums or other daisy plants.Treatment should only be carried out if lice eggs or live lice are detected.

People applying permethrin are advised to wear gloves.The medicine may worsen the symptoms of asthma or skin inflammation.It is harmful to all types of insects and aquatic creatures, so care should be taken to ensure that the solution does not get into aquariums and terrariums.

No prescription is required for this product.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.As a precautionary measure, you should not use the product during pregnancy unless your doctor recommends it.

For safety reasons, breastfeeding mothers should take a break from breastfeeding for 3 days after use.

Notes

Please do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the pack or outer packaging.The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.