Abametapir Topical Dosage

Usual Adult Dose for Lice

Apply an amount sufficient to thoroughly coat hair and scalp to dry hair (up to one full bottle) and massage into scalp and throughout hair; leave on for 10 minutes then rinse with warm water

Comments:

• Treatment involves a single application.
• Use in context of overall lice management: wash or dry clean all recently worn clothing, hats, bedding, and towels; wash personal care items (e.g. combs, brushes, hair clips) in hot water; use a fine-tooth or nit comb to remove dead lice and nits.

Use: Topical treatment of head lice infestation

Usual Pediatric Dose for Lice

6 months and older: Apply an amount sufficient to thoroughly coat hair and scalp to dry hair (up to one full bottle) and massage into scalp and throughout hair; leave on for 10 minutes then rinse with warm water

Comments:

• Treatment involves a single application.
• Use in context of overall lice management: wash or dry clean all recently worn clothing, hats, bedding, and towels; wash personal care items (e.g. combs, brushes, hair clips) in hot water; use a fine-tooth or nit comb to remove dead lice and nits.

Use: Topical treatment of head lice infestation

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS: None

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 6 months; this drug is not recommended for use in these patients.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• For topical use only.
• Not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use.
• Shake well before use.
• Wash hands after application.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
• Hair may be shampooed any time after treatment.
• Discard unused product; do not flush contents down sink or toilet.

Storage requirements:

• Store upright at room temperature.
• Do not refrigerate or freeze.

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Further information

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