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Head lice are a parasite that lives on the host and sucks blood to live. When we have lice on our hair, we often feel itchy and uncomfortable. Head lice can be encountered in many different subjects, including children or adults, if they come into contact with an infectious source. Abametapir is a topical cream used to treat head lice.
1. Uses of the drug Abametapir
Abamerapir lotion is made in the form of a cream. It is effective in the eradication of lice and is indicated for the local treatment of lice infestation in patients 6 months of age and older.
Abametapir is a metalloproteinase inhibitor. Metalloproteinases play a role in physiological processes for egg development and lice survival. This is a measure to be used in conjunction with other measures to prevent the spread and recurrence such as:
Wash in hot water all clothing, hats, bed linens and towels that the person is infected with lice. recently used. Soak personal care items such as combs, brushes, and hair clips in hot water. Use a thick-toothed comb or a special nitrogen comb to remove dead lice and nits after applying a lice-killing cream. Minimize contact with sources of infection after getting rid of lice. Because lice can live on personal items. Therefore, it is very important to clean these items to avoid recurrence and avoid infecting people around.
2. How to use Abametapir
How to use: How to use Abamerapir lotion as follows
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using this medicine. Shake the bottle well before use. Note: Use this medicine only on hair and scalp. Do not get the medicine into the eyes, nose, mouth and vagina. In case of contact with other areas, rinse thoroughly with water. Children need an adult to apply the medicine to help, avoid danger. Apply directly to dry hair. Start closest to the scalp and then work outward. Completely covers the entire scalp and entire hair, from the roots to the ends. The whole tube can be used, if needed. Leave the medicine on your hair and scalp for 10 minutes. Rinse your hair with warm water and pat it dry with a clean towel. Comb your hair with a comb to remove dead lice and nits. You can then wash your hair at any time after finishing the treatment. After completing one use of this medication, do not use it again. Dosage: The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's prescription or directions on the label. The amount of medicine used depends on the strength of the drug.
Adults and children 6 months and older: Apply directly to dry hair and scalp only once. For children under 6 months of age: not recommended because of potential risks.
3. Side effects when taking Abametapir
Some possible side effects when taking the drug include:
Erythema, rash, burning sensation on the skin, contact dermatitis, vomiting. If in contact with eyes, it may cause eye irritation and itching. Change hair color.
4. Note when using Abamerapir
The drug can have certain effects on certain subjects and can be life-threatening, so it should be noted when taking the drug:
Abametapir contains benzyl alcohol. Exposure to benzyl alcohol has been associated with serious adverse reactions such as respiratory failure and death in neonates and low birth weight infants. This condition is characterized by central nervous system, metabolic acidosis, and tachypnea. Do not use this medicine in pediatric patients less than 6 months of age To prevent accidental ingestion of the drug mainly seen in pediatric patients, abametapir lotion should only be used under direct adult supervision. For pregnant women: The risks of this drug to pregnant women are unknown. Therefore, it is best not to use it for pregnant women. For women who are breast-feeding, although the drug is not detected in breast milk. But it is not recommended for the sake of the health of the nursing infant. Always do this in conjunction with re-infection precautions such as cleaning items inhabited by lice with hot water, if not, collect and seal in a plastic bag for 2 weeks or more, avoid contact with sources of infection if maybe. Above is some information about the drug Abametapir. However, if you do not really understand the medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist to know the best way to take the medicine.
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