Permethrin

Important: The information below refers to products available in the United States that contain permethrin.

Product(s) containing permethrin:

permethrin topical

Brand names: Elimite, Nix, Acticin, Lyclear
Drug class(es): topical anti-infectives
Permethrin topical is used in the treatment of:

• Head Lice
• Lice
• Scabies

Multi-ingredient medications containing permethrin:

permethrin/piperonyl butoxide/pyrethrins topical

Brand names: Lice Solution, RID Complete Kit, Complete Lice Treatment Kit
Drug class(es): topical anti-infectives

Further information

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