Description and Brand Names

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US Brand Name

  1. Kwell
  2. Thionex

Canadian Brand Name

  1. Kwellada Lotion 1
  2. Lindane
  3. Pms-Lindane

Descriptions


Lindane , formerly known as gamma benzene hexachloride, is an insecticide and is used to treat scabies and lice infestations.

Lindane cream and lotion are usually used to treat only scabies infestation. Lindane shampoo is used to treat only lice infestations.

Lindane is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Lotion
  • Shampoo

Portions of this document last updated: Sept. 01, 2019

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