title: Lice update: new solutions to an old problem.
abstract: An estimated 6 to 12 million children are affected by lice annually in the United States.(1) Knowledge of the various treatment options for this diagnosis is essential. This paper aims to provide an overview of the myriad therapeutic options available for lice infestations in children. U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved drugs, off-label drug therapies, over-the counter-products, and herbal remedies are all discussed in detail. Clinicians may use this information to teach patients and families about the latest available care for the eradication of head lice in pediatric patients.
authors.affiliation: University of Arizona, College of Medicine, 550 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004.
authors.forename: Lisa
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Wadowski
authors.affiliation: University of Arizona, College of Medicine, 550 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004.
authors.forename: Lily
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Balasuriya
authors.affiliation: Phoenix Children's Hospital, Department of dermatology, 1919 E Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85016.
authors.forename: Harper N
authors.initials: HN
authors.lastname: Price
authors.affiliation: Phoenix Children's Hospital, Department of dermatology, 1919 E Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85016. Electronic address: johaver@phoenixchildrens.com.
authors.forename: Judith
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: O'Haver
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D006801:Humans; D007306:Insecticides; D010373:Lice Infestations / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000469:parasitology; D010374:Pediculus; D012536:Scalp Dermatoses / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000469:parasitology
chemical_list: D007306:Insecticides