One of the problems that reduce a person's confidence is pediculosis. Natural ingredients used as anti-lice are citronella oil (Citronella oil), contains citronellal compounds. This study aims to obtain shampoo preparation has anti-head lice activity. Citronella formulated in several concentrations, namely 5% (FI), 7.5% (FII) and 10% (FIII). Evaluation preparations included organoleptic examina...

BACKGROUND Head lice infestation is a common public health problem that is most prevalent in primary school children throughout the world, especially in developing countries including different parts of Iran. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and risk factors associated with head lice infestation and pediculicidal effect of 1% permethrin shampoo in primary schools girls of Bashagard ...

This is a case report of acute organophosphate poisoning in a child treated with topical application of Diazinon-60 (WHO Class II toxicity) for head lice (pediculosis capitis). The patient presented with neurological symptoms and signs. After emergency respiratory and circulatory resuscitation the patient underwent dermal decontamination and was treated with atropine, high flow oxygen and prali...