Head lice are the most common of our mammalian parasites to infect humans and infest the hair and scalp
Head liceAddress: Borrgatan 31, Malmo
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Treatment information
Tenutex® is a cutaneous emulsion containing benzyl benzoate / disulfiram. Tenutex® is a prescription free medicine that is active against Scabies, Head lice, and Pubic lice. For treatment of Head lice: Massage Tenutex® into towel dried hair. Make sure that all hair is covered with Tenutex® (consumption 25-75g depending on hair length). Wash and comb the hair after 24 hours. To get rid of head lice, 2 treatments with 8 days interval is required, in combination with daily thorough combing of the hair. For treatment of children under the age of 1 year, a doctor should always be consulted. Avoid contact with the eyes. Tenutex® contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis). Read the patient information leaflet carefully before use.