Nix Lice Control Side Effects

Generic name: permethrin topical

Note: This document contains side effect information about permethrin topical. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Nix Lice Control.

Some side effects of Nix Lice Control may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to permethrin topical: topical cream, topical kit, topical lotion, topical solution, topical spray

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking permethrin topical (the active ingredient contained in Nix Lice Control) hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have severe burning, stinging, redness, or swelling after applying permethrin topical.

Less serious side effects of permethrin topical may include:

• itching or mild skin rash;

• mild burning, stinging, or redness; or

• numbness or tingling where the medication was applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to permethrin topical: topical cream, topical kit, topical lotion, topical solution, topical spray

Local

Local side effects have included mild and transient burning and stinging usually associated with the severity of infestation.

Dermatologic

Dermatological side effects have included pruritus (7%), erythema (1% to 2 %), and rash (1% to 2 %).

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included numbness and tingling (1% to 2%). Headache and dizziness have also been reported. Rare occurrences of seizure have been reported; however, an association with the use of permethrin topical (the active ingredient contained in Nix Lice Control) has not been confirmed.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea and/or vomiting.

General

General side effects have included fever.

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