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Table of Contents> Drugs > Malathion

Malathion

	Pronunciation
	U.S. Brand Names
	Generic Available
	Use
	Pregnancy Risk Factor
	Pregnancy Implications
	Contraindications
	Warnings/Precautions
	Adverse Reactions
	Dosage

	Administration
	Patient Education
	Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
	Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions
	Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status
	Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment
	Dosage Forms
	References
	International Brand Names

Pronunciation

(mal a THYE on)

U.S. Brand Names

Generic Available

No

Use

Treatment of head lice and their ova

Pregnancy Risk Factor

B

Pregnancy Implications

No evidence of teratogenicity in animal models. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Use (or handle) during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to malathion or any component of the formulation; use in neonates and/or infants

Warnings/Precautions

For topical use only; avoid contact with eyes. Lotion is flammable; do not expose to open flames; patients should avoid electric heat sources (eg, hair dryers, curling irons). Safety and efficacy in children <6 years of age have not been established.

Adverse Reactions

Frequency not defined.

Dermatologic: Skin/scalp irritation

Ocular: Conjunctivitis (following contact with eyes)

Dosage

Sprinkle Ovide™ lotion on dry hair and rub gently until the scalp is thoroughly moistened; pay special attention to the back of the head and neck. Allow to dry naturally - use no heat and leave uncovered. After 8-12 hours, the hair should be washed with a nonmedicated shampoo; rinse and use a fine-toothed comb to remove dead lice and eggs. If required, repeat with second application in 7-9 days. Further treatment is generally not necessary. Other family members should be evaluated to determine if infested and if so, receive treatment.

Administration

Refer to Dosing.

Patient Education

Topical use only

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No significant effects or complications reported

Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions

No information available to require special precautions

Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status

Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment

Dosage Forms

Lotion: 0.5% (59 mL) [contains isopropyl alcohol 78%]

References

"Drugs for Parasitic Infections,"Med Lett Drugs Ther, 1993, 35(911):111-22.

International Brand Names

A-Lices® (NZ, SG); Derbac-M® (GB, HK, IE, NZ); Malthionex® (LU); Noury® (NL); Olicide® (PT); Pedilin® (RO, RU); Prioderm® (BE, CH, DK, FI, FR, GB, IE, IL, LU, NL, NO, NZ, SE); Quellada M® (GB, IE); Radikal® (BE, LU); Specifthir® (RO); Suleo-M® (GB)

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