permethrin /per·meth·rin/ (per-meth´rin) a topical insecticide used in the treatment of infestations by Pediculus humanus capitis, Sarcoptes scabiei, or any of various ticks; also applied to objects such as furniture and bedding.
Permethrin
permethrin
permethrin
per·meth·rin (p r-m th r n)n. A topical insecticide used to treat head lice and nits, scabies, and various species of ticks. |
Permethrin
A medication used to rid the scalp of head lice. Permethrin works by paralyzing the lice, so that they cannot feed after hatching within the 24 hours required for survival.
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permethrin
[pərməth′rin]
a topical pediculicide and scabicide.
indications It is used for the treatment of head lice and their nits, for the treatment of scabies, and as prophylaxis when there are epidemics of lice.
contraindications Allergies to pyrethrin, pyrethroids, or chrysanthemum flowers prohibit its use.
adverse effects Among reported adverse effects are itching, mild burning or stinging, numbness, discomfort, mild erythema, and scalp rash.
permethrin
a third-generation synthetic pyrethroid widely used in the control of ectoparasites. It is very stable and lasts for several weeks.
permethrin
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