Lice-O-Nil (1%) 20g Cream

Lice-O-Nil is a topical medicated cream containing 1% Permethrin, an effective treatment for head lice (Pediculosis capitis). It works by paralyzing and killing lice and their eggs, helping eliminate infestations quickly.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Permethrin 1%

• Inactive Ingredients: Water, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, glycerin, and other excipients

Drug Class
Pediculicide / Topical Anti-Parasitic

Dosage Form
Topical Cream

Uses

• Treatment of head lice infestations

• May be used to treat body lice (as prescribed)

Dosage

• Apply enough cream to cover the entire scalp and hair from roots to tips

• Leave on for 10 minutes for children and adults

• Rinse thoroughly with warm water

• Repeat after 7–10 days if live lice are still present

In Case of Overdose

• Symptoms: Mild skin irritation, redness, or itching

• Seek medical attention if severe reaction occurs

Missed Dose

• Apply as soon as remembered

• Do not exceed the recommended dose or frequency

How To Use

1. Wash hair with ordinary shampoo and towel dry

2. Apply Lice-O-Nil cream generously to scalp and hair

3. Leave for 10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly

4. Comb hair with a fine-toothed lice comb to remove dead lice and eggs

5. Wash clothing, bedding, and hats in hot water

When Not to Use

• Allergy to Permethrin or other pyrethroids

• Open wounds or irritated skin on the scalp

Side Effects

• Mild: Itching, redness, burning, or tingling at application site

• Rare: Severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

Precautions & Warnings

• Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and mucous membranes

• Not recommended for infants under 2 months without doctor supervision

• Wash hands after application

Drug Interactions

• None significant for topical use

Storage/Disposal

• Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight

• Keep out of reach of children

• Dispose of unused cream safely

Control Drug
Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Quick Tips

• Comb hair thoroughly after treatment to remove lice and nits

• Wash bedding and clothing in hot water

• Treat all infested family members simultaneously