Paul's Pharmasave
990 River Road
Manotick, Ontario
K4M 1B9
P: 613.692.0015
F: 613.692.0023
Store Hours:

Monday – Friday: 9am-8pm
Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sundays: 10am – 4pm
Holidays: Closed

 

Pharmacist Blog – October 2013

Pharmacist Blog – October 2013

September 27, 2013

Your child came home from school today with a letter from the principle.  You open the note and the words “HEAD LICE” jump off the page in front of you!

Some facts you need to know:

Lice are tiny bugs, ranging from light to dark brown in colour

– You should see them moving or crawling on your child’s head

Nits are the eggs.  They are white-ish, attached to the hair shaft (within 3cm from the scalp), and must be pulled out of the hair; they cannot be blown away

– Contrary to popular belief, lice do not jump or fly!  You need to have direct contact with infected hair to transfer – playing close together, sharing beds or other items such as hats, brushes and clothes make your child vulnerable

If you get the dreaded “lice notice” from school, treat right away!

– Nix or R&C are still the most recommended products

– Non-insecticide alternatives include Zap, Resultz, and Nyda

– It is very important to follow the directions carefully

– Comb through hair and remove any remaining nits daily

– Wash all clothing/bedding/stuffed animals/towels that could be infected

– Repeat treatment in 7-10 days

Other preventative measures include:

– Combing and checking hair every night – especially near neck and ears

– Tie up long hair into ponytail(s) or braid(s)

– Tea tree oil (in its pure form or in shampoo) can also help

– Wash clothing and bedding regularly

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