Infection
(h) Parasitic - crab lice
ADULT
| First Choice: |
|---|
| malathion |
| Second Choice: |
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| permethrin |
Formulations/Dose
- malathion 0.5% 200mL aqueous liquid (Derbac-M® or Quellada M® liquid): apply over whole body, allow to dry naturally, wash off after 12 hours or overnight, repeat application after 7 days
- permethrin 5% 30g (or 2x30g) dermal cream ADULT over 18 years (rest of directions as malathion).
Prescribing Notes
- Aqueous preparations and dermal cream are preferred rather than alcoholic preparations due to irritation of excoriated skin and genitalia.