Description and Brand Names

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US Brand Name

  1. Acticin
  2. Elimite
  3. Nix Creme Rinse

Canadian Brand Name

  1. Nix
  2. Nix Dermal Cream
  3. Nix Lice Killing Creme Rinse

Descriptions


Permethrin 1% lotion is used to treat head lice infections. It acts by destroying both the lice and their eggs. The 5% cream is used to treat scabies infections by destroying the mites which cause scabies.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Lotion
  • Cream
  • Liquid

Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2024

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