Dimeticone
PRODUCT EXAMPLE
Therapeutic Option:
NYDA® Topical Solution (Dimeticone 100 cSt Solution, 50% w/w)
Mechanism of Action:
Suffocation and death of lice, nymphs and egg embryos via infiltration of the solution into the respiratory system
Onset of Effect/Duration of Treatment:
Topical application treatment for 30 minutes, then repeated in 8-10 days
Day 2 cure rate: 94.5%
Day 9 cure rate: 97.2%
Adverse Effects:
Bothersome hair odour (0.5%)
Ocular irritation (0.3%)
Headache (0.1%)
Contraindications:
Pregnancy: Do not use
Breastfeeding: Do not use
Pediatric: Do not use in children under the age of two
Drug or Other Interactions:
Hair or hair tinting products
Risk Level for Drug Interactions:
Low (superficial)
Convenience/Cost:
$20
Convenient application
References:
G. Pohl-Boskamp GmbH & Co. KG. 2012. NYDA Product Monograph. Hohenlockstedt, Germany: Pediapharm Licensing Inc.
NYDA® Topical Solution (Dimeticone 100 cSt Solution, 50% w/w)
Mechanism of Action:
Suffocation and death of lice, nymphs and egg embryos via infiltration of the solution into the respiratory system
Onset of Effect/Duration of Treatment:
Topical application treatment for 30 minutes, then repeated in 8-10 days
Day 2 cure rate: 94.5%
Day 9 cure rate: 97.2%
Adverse Effects:
Bothersome hair odour (0.5%)
Ocular irritation (0.3%)
Headache (0.1%)
Contraindications:
Pregnancy: Do not use
Breastfeeding: Do not use
Pediatric: Do not use in children under the age of two
Drug or Other Interactions:
Hair or hair tinting products
Risk Level for Drug Interactions:
Low (superficial)
Convenience/Cost:
$20
Convenient application
References:
G. Pohl-Boskamp GmbH & Co. KG. 2012. NYDA Product Monograph. Hohenlockstedt, Germany: Pediapharm Licensing Inc.