Hedrine Once

About head lice

Head lice vary in size according to their age. They may be between 112mm and 3mm long (from the size of a printed full stop up to the size of a sesame seed). Head lice can be difficult to spot because they can match their color to that of the environment.

Lice live close to the scalp where they feed on blood and this can cause the scalp to itch.

Head lice cannot jump, fly or swim and can only be acquired by direct head to head contact. This is why lice are commonly found on the heads of children and why it is important to check the heads of all the family members when head lice are found.

Head lice only live on humans and have no preference for clean or dirty hair.

Once a louse has hatched, the empty case (known as a nit) will remain glued to the hair shaft. Nits are completely harmless and can be removed with the fingers or a fine toothed comb.

What is Hedrin Once liquid gel and what does it do?

Hedrin Once liquid gel is a colourless liquid which contains Dimeticone 4% w/w and is highly effective against head lice and eggs. It works by physically smothering the lice and also contains Penetrol which helps the product to penetrate louse eggs in order to kill them. Hedrin Once liquid gel has been shown to work with only one application but a further check should be carried out one week after application to make sure that no lice or eggs have managed to escape the coating. If any live lice are discovered then the treatment can be re-applied. The gel can safely be used as often as required without lice developing resistance.

Instructions

Hedrin Once liquid gel is intended for external use only.

Cover the shoulders with a towel.

Shake the bottle well before each use.

Apply sufficient gel evenly over dry hair, to ensure that the scalp and hair are fully covered  and the hair is saturated.

Work into the hair with the fingers or an ordinary comb spreading the gel thoroughly and evenly from the roots to tips.

Leave on the hair for at least 15 minutes (or longer if more convenient).

Before wetting, apply shampoo directly to the surface of the hair ensuring full coverage. The gel needs to be fully coated with shampoo in order to remove it, as the product repels water. If the hair is rinsed before shampoo is applied the gel removal will be ineffective.

Hedrin Once liquid gel contains an anti-foaming agent so the shampoo will not lather readily.

Shampoo thoroughly then rinse with water. Apply conditioner as required, rinse and dry.

Once the hair is dried, if the gel has not been fully removed, repeat the whole procedure remembering to apply shampoo directly to dry hair.

It is recommended to use a fine tooth comb after treatment.

Hedrin Once liquid gel is suitable for adults and children aged 6 months and over.

If a member of the family has live head lice, check the other family members and treat all other cases of live head lice which are discovered, at the same time.

Warnings

Do not use Hedrin Once liquid gel if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.

Do not use on broken skin.

Do not use this product on children under the age of 6 months.

Avoid contact with the eyes. If the gel accidentally comes into contact with your eyes, flush with plenty of water. If irritation persists seek medical advice.

Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding:

None of the ingredients of Hedrin Once liquid gel are considered likely to cause any unwanted effects if used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Hedrin Once liquid gel has been specially formulated with non-velatile ingredients. However, normal safety precautions should be observed. Hair and clothing should always be kept away from naked flames and other sources of ignition.

Hedrin Once liquid gel formulation is oily, therefore it can stain clothes that come in contact with it.

Please do not consider this information as an alternative to consulting your physician or pharmacist.

For further information on instructions for use, risks and side effects, please read the patient package insert and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Read the patient package insert carefully before starting to take any medication.