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Description
The original Hedrin product contains Dimeticone, and is available as a lotion and a spray.
The only licensed-physically acting treatment in the UK for head lice.
Available without prescription.
Requires two overnight applications, seven days apart.
The Hedrin Range There are three products in the Hedrin range - each proven to be highly effective at killing head lice, but specially formulated to suit your preference and lifestyle.
All Hedrin branded treatments:
Are shown to be effective in clinical trials
Have a physical mode of action to which lice cannot develop resistance
Do not require laborious combing in order to work
Are skin-friendly
Have no unpleasant odours and contain no known asthma triggers
May be used on babies from six months old
Directions:
How to use Hedrin Lotion:
Apply sufficient lotion evenly over DRY hair ensuring that the scalp is fully covered.
Work into the hair spreading the liquid evenly from the roots to tips. Allow the hair to dry naturally
Leave on the hair for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Wash the hair with normal shampoo, rinse thoroughly with water and dry.
It is important that Hedrin Lotion is applied again after seven days to deal with any lice which may
hatch in that time.
Failure to repeat the treatment may result in the return of a louse infestation.
Children under 6 months should only be treated under medical supervision. When using Hedrin on
broken skin, slight irritation may occur.
Sometimes application may cause flaking of the scalp, itching and irritation around the eyes.
Warnings:
Warnings relating toHedrin Lotion:
This preparation is for external use only.
Avoid contact with the eyes
You should carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use
Side effects:
Side effects relating to Hedrin Lotion:
Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.
Skin irritation
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
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