Spinosad Topical Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 13, 2025.

Usual Adult Dose for Lice

Apply enough topical suspension to cover dry scalp, then apply to dry hair; leave on for 10 minutes, then thoroughly rinse off the drug with warm water.

Comments:

• Depending on hair length, up to 120 mL may be used to sufficiently cover scalp and hair.
• A second treatment should be applied if live lice are seen 7 days after the first treatment.

Use: For the topical treatment of head lice infestation

Usual Pediatric Dose for Lice

6 months or older: Apply enough topical suspension to cover dry scalp, then apply to dry hair; leave on for 10 minutes, then thoroughly rinse off the drug with warm water.

Comments:

• Depending on hair length, up to 120 mL may be used to sufficiently cover scalp and hair.
• A second treatment should be applied if live lice are seen 7 days after the first treatment.

Use: For the topical treatment of head lice infestation

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Safety has not been established in patients younger than 6 months; this drug is not recommended for use in patients younger than 6 months.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• Use this drug in the context of an overall lice management program; consult the manufacturer product information for such adjunctive measures.
• For topical use only; not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use.
• Shake well immediately before use.
• Use only on dry scalp and dry scalp hair.
• Avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if the drug gets in or near the eyes.

General:

• This drug should be used on children only under direct adult supervision.
• Hands should be washed after applying this drug.

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